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

© 2001 Sony Corporation

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.

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

A

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.

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.

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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

1)

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

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

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

2)

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.

3)

, PAL-

2)

,

•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

1)

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.

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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

45

67

(This illustration shows the VPL-PX15.)

q;qa

H
S
U
P

8

9

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

2

1

1

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

1)

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: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Outside North America
Phone: [phone]

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

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

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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

MENU

ENTER

ON/

STANDBY

q;

9

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

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.

ON

MUTING

AUDIO

VOLUME

ENTER

RESET/

ESCAPE

FUNCTION

RM-PJM15

PROJECTOR

qs,qd

PIC

2

wg

INPUT

D KEYSTONE

FREEZE

LASER

R

CLICK

3

1
2
3

4
5

6
7
8

9
q;

qa

wf

wd
ws

COMMAND

OFF

PJ NETWORK

wa
w;
ql
qk

HELP

APA

MENU/

TAB

qj
qh

qg
qf

D ZOOM

1

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

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

PJ: Functions as the mouse of the computer

connected to this projector.

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

NETWORK (VPL-PX15 only): Functions as the

mouse in the INPUT B window of this projector.

8 Arrow (M/m/</,) keys
9 R (right) CLICK key

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

PJ: Functions as the right button of the mouse of

the computer connected to this projector.

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

NETWORK (VPL-PX15 only): Functions as the

right button of the mouse in the INPUT B
window of this projector.

0 ENTER key
qa FUNCTION 1, 2, 3 keys

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

PJ: Functions when the supplied application

software is used. When you connect the projector
with a computer, you can open a file on the
screen by just pressing a FUNCTION key. This
will enhance your presentation. To use this
function, allocate a file to the FUNCTION key by
using the application software. (Only the
FUNCTION 1 and 2 keys are available. You
cannot allocate a file to the FUNCTION 3 key.)

For details, see the README file and HELP file supplied
with the application software.

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

NETWORK (VPL-PX15 only): When the

INPUT B window is displayed on the projector,
you can start an application by just pressing a
FUNCTION key. To use this function, allocate an
application to a FUNCTION key. (The
FUNCTION 3 key is allocated to the keyboard
software display.)

qs Strap holder

Attaches the strap.

qd CONTROL S OUT jack (stereo minijack)

Connects to the CTRL S jack on the projector with the
connecting cable (not supplied) to use the Remote
Commander 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 via the CTRL
S jack on the projector.

6 LASER key

Emits a laser beam from the laser transmitter while
you keep this key pressed.

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Location and Function of Controls

qf RESET/ESCAPE key

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

PJ: Functions as the RESET key.

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

NETWORK (VPL-PX15 only): Functions as the

ESCAPE key of the keyboard when the INPUT B
window is displayed.

qg D ZOOM +/– key

Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen.
This key works only when a signal from a computer is
input.

+: Pressing the + key once displays the icon. This

icon indicates the point you want to enlarge. Use
an arrow key (M/m/</,) to move the icon to
the point to be enlarged. Press the + key
repeatedly until the image is enlarged to meet
your requirements.

–: Each press of the – key reduces an image that has

been enlarged with the D ZOOM + key.

qh L (left) CLICK key

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

PJ: Functions as the left button of the mouse of

the computer connected to this projector.

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

NETWORK (VPL-PX15 only): Functions as the

left button of the mouse in the INPUT B window
of this projector.

wd Transmission indicator

Lights up when you press a key on the Remote
Commander.
This indicator does not light up when you use the laser
pointer.

wf Infrared transmitter
wg Laser transmitter

qj MENU/TAB key

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

PJ: Functions as the MENU key.

When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to

NETWORK (VPL-PX15 only): Functions as the

TAB key of the keyboard when the INPUT B
window is displayed.

qk APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
ql VOLUME +/– keys
w; HELP key

If you need help information during an operation,
press this key to display help messages.

wa PJ/NETWORK select switch

To use the Remote Commander for network
operations, set the switch to NETWORK. Set the
switch to PJ to use the Remote Commander for
normal operations other than networking. This switch
is only available for the VPL-PX15.

For details on the operation of the Windows CE screen, see
the supplied “Operating Instructions for Networking.”

ws COMMAND ON/OFF switch

When this switch is set to OFF, no keys on the
Remote Commander will function. This saves battery
power.

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Location and Function of Controls

Battery installation

1 Push and slide to open the lid, then install the two

R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) with the correct
polarity.

Slide while pressing
down on the lid.

Be sure to install
the battery from
the # side.

2 Replace the lid.

Notes on batteries

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

•Do not mix an old battery with a new one, or
different types of batteries.

•If you do not intend to 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.

Remote Commander (supplied with
the VPL-PS10)

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

qh
qg
qf
qd
qs
qa

q;

9

8

FREEZE

INPUT

MENU ENTER

+

–

D ZOOM

I / 1

MS SLIDE

D KEYSTONE

APA

RESET

R

CLICK

12

FUNCTION

1
2

3
4

5

6

7

Notes on Remote Commander operation

•Make sure that there is nothing to obstruct the
infrared beam between the Remote Commander and
the remote control detector on the projector.

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

1

I / 1

(on / standby) key

2 APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

3 ENTER key

4 Joystick

Functions as the mouse of the computer connected to
this projector.

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

6 R (right) CLICK key

Functions as the right button of a mouse.

7 FUNCTION 1, 2 keys

Functions when the supplied application software is
used. When you connect the projector with a
computer, you can open a file on the screen by just
pressing a FUNCTION key. This will enhance your
presentation. To use this function, allocate a file to the
FUNCTION key by using the application software.

For details, see the README file and HELP file supplied
with the application software.

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Location and Function of Controls

8 RESET key

Resets the value of an item to its factory preset value
or returns the enlarged image back to its original size.

9 D ZOOM +/– key

Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen.
This key works only when a signal from a computer is
input.

+: Pressing the + key once displays the icon. This

icon indicates the point you want to enlarge. Use
an arrow key (M/m/</,) to move the icon to
the point to be enlarged. Press the + key
repeatedly until the image is enlarged to meet
your requirements.

–: Each press of the – key reduces an image that has

been enlarged with the D ZOOM + key.

0 L (left) CLICK key

Functions as the left button of a mouse.

qa MENU key

qs 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.

qd INPUT key

qf FREEZE key

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

qg MS SLIDE key

This key does not operate with this unit.

Battery installation

1 Push and slide to open the lid, then install the two

R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) with the correct
polarity.

Slide while pressing
down on the lid.

Be sure to install
the battery from
the # side.

2 Replace the lid.

Notes on batteries

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

•Do not mix an old battery with a new one, or
different types of batteries.

•If you do not intend to 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 Remote Commander operation

•Make sure that there is nothing to obstruct the
infrared beam between the Remote Commander and
the remote control detector on the projector. Direct
the Remote Commander toward the front or rear
remote control detector.

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

qh Infrared transmitter

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Installing the Projector / Connecting the Projector

Installing the Projector

This section describes how to install the projector.
The distance between the lens and the screen varies
depending on the size of the screen. Use the following
table as a guide.

PUSH

Distance between the screen
and the center of the lens

Unit: m (feet)

Screen

size 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

(inches)

Minimum 1.5 2.2 3.0 3.7 4.5 5.6 6.8 7.5 9.4 11.3

Distance (4.8) (7.3) (9.8) (12.3) (14.8) (18.5) (22.3) (24.8)(31.0)(37.3)

Maximum 1.8 2.7 3.6 4.5 5.4 6.8 8.1 9.1 11.3 13.6

Distance (5.8) (8.8) (11.8) (14.8)(17.8)(22.2) (26.7) (29.7) (37.2)(44.7)

For details, see “Installation Example” on page 34 (GB).
For details on ceiling installation, consult with qualified
Sony personnel (fee charged).

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 or cause picture
degradation. When pulling out a cable, be sure to
pull it out grasping the plug, not the cable itself.

Connecting to a Computer

This section describes how to connect the projector to
a computer.
For more information, refer to the computer’s
instruction manual.

Notes

•The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, and
SXGA signals. However, we recommend that you
set the output mode of your computer to SVGA
(VPL-PS10) or XGA (VPL-PX15/PX10) mode for
the external monitor.

•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 operating instructions supplied
with your computer.

•The supplied mouse cable may not work properly
depending on your computer.

•This projector is compatible with DDC2B (Display
Data Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible
with DDC
following procedures.

1)

, turn the projector on according to the

1 Connect the projector to the computer using the

supplied HD D-sub 15-pin cable.

2 Turn the projector on.
3 Start the computer.

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Connecting the Projector

To connect an IBM1) PC/AT1) compatible
computer

When you use a USB mouse and USB
equipment

Left side

to USB
equipment

MOUSE

PLUG IN POWER

CTRL S

Stereo
audio
connecting
cable (not
supplied)

to audio
output

AUDIO

AUDIO

INPUT A ~AC IN

USB cable
A type – B
type
(supplied)

to USB
connector

VIDEO

S VIDEO

HD D-sub 15-pin

cable (supplied)

to monitor
output

On the USB function

When connecting the projector to a computer using
the USB cable for the first time, the computer
recognizes the following devices automatically.

1 USB hub (general use)
2 USB human interface device (wireless mouse

function)

3 USB human interface device (projector control

function)
The computer also recognizes the device connected to
the downstream connector on the projector.

Recommended operating environment

When you use the USB function, connect your
computer as illustrated in the box on the left.
This application software and the USB function can
be used on a computer loaded with Windows 98,
Windows 98 SE or Windows 2000.

Notes

• As the projector recognizes the USB mouse when

the computer is connected to the USB connector, do
not connect anything to the MOUSE connector.

• Your computer may not start correctly when

connected to the projector via the USB cable. In this
case, disconnect the USB cable, restart the computer,
then connect the computer to the projector using the
USB cable.

• This projector is not guaranteed for suspend or

standby mode. When you use the projector in
suspend or standby mode, disconnect the projector
from the USB port on the computer.

• Operations are not guaranteed for all the

recommended computer environments.

Setting Up and Projecting

Computer

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Connecting the Projector

When you use a PS/2 mouse port

Left side

MOUSE

PLUG IN POWER

CTRL S

PS/2
Mouse
cable
(supplied)

to mouse
port (PS/2)

AUDIO

AUDIO

INPUT A ~AC IN

Stereo
audio
connecting
cable (not
supplied)

to audio
output

VIDEO

HD D-sub 15-pin

cable (supplied)

to monitor
output

S VIDEO

Connecting to a VCR or 15k RGB/

Component Equipment

This section describes how to connect the projector to

a VCR or 15k RGB/component equipment.

For more information, refer to the instruction manuals

of the equipment you are connecting.

To connect a VCR

Left side

MOUSE

PLUG IN POWER

CTRL S

AUDIO

AUDIO

INPUT A ~AC IN

Stereo
audio
connecting
cable (not
supplied)

VIDEO

Video
cable (not
supplied)

S VIDEO

S-Video
cable (not
supplied)

Computer

To connect a Macintosh1) computer

Use an ADP-20 signal adapter (not supplied). In this
case, however, you cannot control the mouse of the
computer using the Remote Commander.

to audio
output

to video
output

VCR

to S video
output

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1) Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

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Connecting the Projector

To connect 15k RGB/Component
equipment

Left side

MOUSE

PLUG IN POWER

CTRL S

Stereo
audio
connecting
cable (not
supplied)

to audio
output

AUDIO

AUDIO

INPUT A ~AC IN

SMF-402 Signal Cable (not
supplied) HD D-sub 15-pin
(male) y 3 × phono jack

to RGB/
component
output

VIDEO

S VIDEO

Connecting to a LAN (VPL-PX15
only)

This projector is networking compatible. Using a
wireless LAN PC card or a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
LAN cable, you can connect the projector to a
wireless or wired LAN. You can also install a PC
memory card.
This section describes how to connect to a LAN and
how to install a PC card.
Whenever you connect the projector to a LAN or use
a memory card, set INPUT-B FUNC. in the
INSTALL SETTING menu to ON.

For details, see page 33 (GB).

Installing a PC card

When you use a wireless LAN PC card or memory
card, insert the card into the INPUT B PC CARD
slot.

15k RGB/Component
equipment

Notes

• Set the aspect ratio using ASPECT in the INPUT
SETTING menu according to the input signal.

For details, see page 30 (GB).

• When you connect the projector to 15k RGB/
component video equipment, select RGB,
component or VCR GBR with the INPUT-A setting
in the SET SETTING menu.

• Use the composite sync signal when you input the
external sync signal from 15k RGB/component
equipment.

The eject button pops out
when the card is inserted.

PUSH

PC card

Insert the card with the arrow mark

facing toward the slot.

To remove the PC card from the slot, press the eject
button.

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Connecting the Projector

Connection using a wireless LAN PC card

Wireless LAN PC card
(IEEE802.11b compliant)
(recommended)

Computer

Wireless LAN
access point
(IEEE802.11b
compliant)
(recommended)

Wireless LAN PC card
(IEEE802.11b compliant) (specified)

PUSH

INPUT B
PC CARD

INPUT A ~AC IN

Left side of the projector

Connection using a wireless LAN PC card
(Peer to Peer mode)

Computer

Wireless LAN PC card
(IEEE802.11b compliant)
(recommended)

Left side of the projector

PUSH

INPUT B
PC CARD

INPUT A ~AC IN

to Hub/router

Wireless LAN PC card
(IEEE802.11b compliant)
(recommended)

Computer

Wireless LAN PC card
(IEEE802.11b compliant) (specified)

Notes

•For details on the recommended PC card or wireless
LAN access point, see the supplied “Specified/
recommended PC Card/Wireless LAN Access
Point.”

•When you use a LAN, you must set the IP address.
For details on how to set the IP address, etc., see the
supplied “Operating Instructions for Networking.”

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Connecting using the ETHER connector

LAN cable

Computer

Connecting the Projector / Selecting the Menu Language

Selecting the Menu
Language

You can select the language to be used in the menu
and other on screen displays from 9 languages. The
factory setting is ENGLISH.

4,5,6 3 2

LAMP/

TEMP/

POWER

COVER

FAN

SAVING

ON/

STANDBY

to router

LAN cable

LAN cable

LAN cable

Hub

Left side of the projector

to INPUT B
EHTER connector

Computer

PUSH

INPUT B
PC CARD

Computer

INPUT A ~AC IN

VOLUME

APA

HELP

RESET

MENU

ENTER

INPUT

ENTER key

1

1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet.
2 Press the I /

1

key to turn on the power.

3 Press the MENU key.

The menu display appears.

4 Press the M or m key to select the SET SETTING

Installing a memory card

If you store a file created with Microsoft PowerPoint
in a memory card and insert it into the INPUT B PC
CARD slot, you can run a presentation without
connecting a computer.

For inserting and removing a memory card, see “Installing
a PC card” on page 21 (GB).
For details on the recommended memory card, see the
supplied “Specified/recommended PC Card/Wireless LAN
Access Point.”

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1)

menu, then press the , or ENTER key.
The SET SETTING menu appears.

SET SETTING

STATUS: ON
INPUT-A: COMPUTER
AUTO INPUT SEL

LANGUAGE
POWER SAVING
IR RECEIVER

: OFF

: ENGLISH

: OFF

: FRONT&REAR

INPUT-A

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Selecting the Menu Language / Projecting

5 Press the M or m key to select LANGUAGE, then

press the , or ENTER key.

6 Press the M or m key to select a language, then

press the < or ENTER key.
The menu changes to the selected language.

To clear the menu display

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

Projecting

APA key

VOLUME

APA

ON/STANDBY
indicator

LAMP/

TEMP/

COVER

HELP

RESET

FAN

POWER
SAVING

STANDBY

MENU

ENTER

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ON/

INPUT

1 After all equipment is connected completely, plug

the AC power cord into the wall outlet.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the
projector goes into the standby mode.

2 Press the I /

1

key to turn on the projector.

The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green.

3 Turn on all equipment connected to the projector.

Press the INPUT key to select the input source.
INPUT-A: Selects the video signal input from the

INPUT A connector.

INPUT-B (VPL-PX15 only): Selects display of

the INPUT B (Windows CE) window.

VIDEO: Selects the video signal input from the

VIDEO jack on the video input connectors.

S-VIDEO: Selects the video signal input from the

S VIDEO connector on the video input
connectors.

4 Turn the zoom ring to adjust the size of the

picture.

5 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.

Rear remote
control detector

COMMAND

ON

OFF

PJ NETWORK

HELP

APA

MENU/

TAB

PIC

MUTING

AUDIO

VOLUME

INPUT

D KEYSTONE

FREEZE

LASER

2
3

APA key

FREEZE

INPUT

MENU ENTER

+

–

ENTER

R

CLICK

RESET/
ESCAPE

D ZOOM

1

for VPL-PX15/PX10 for VPL-PS10

2

FUNCTION

RM-PJM15

PROJECTOR

3

D ZOOM

I / 1

MS SLIDE

D KEYSTONE

APA

RESET

R

CLICK

12

FUNCTION

Note

Looking into the lens when the projector is projecting
an image may cause injury to your eyes.

To cut off the picture

Press the PIC MUTING key on the Remote
Commander (VPL-PX15/PX10 only). To restore the
picture, press the PIC MUTING key again.

To get the clearest picture

You can get the best picture automatically when a
signal from the computer is input. Press the APA key.
The picture is automatically adjusted to project the
clearest picture possible.

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Projecting

Notes

•Adjust the signal when a still picture is displayed on
the screen.

•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.

•If you switch the input signal or re-connect a
computer, press the APA key again to get the
suitable picture.

•“ADJUSTING” appears on the screen. To restore the
original screen, press the APA key again during the
adjustment.

•“Complete!” appears on the screen when the picture
is adjusted properly. However, depending on the
kinds of input signal, the picture may not always be
adjusted properly.

•Adjust the items in the INPUT SETTING menu
when you adjust the picture manually.

For details on the INPUT SETTING menu, see page 29
(GB).

To correct trapezoidal distortion

When the projected image is a trapezoid, correct it by
pressing the D KEYSTONE key on the Remote
Commander or by adjusting DIGIT KEYSTONE in
the INSTALL SETTING menu.

To turn off the power

1 Press the I /

“Power OFF?” appears on the screen.

Note

The message will disappear if you press any key
except the I /
key for five seconds.

2 Press the I /

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and
the fan continues to run for about 90 seconds to
reduce internal heat build-up. Also, the ON/
STANDBY indicator flashes quickly for the first
60 seconds. During this first 60 seconds, you will
not be able to turn the power back on with the

1

key.

I /

1

key.

1

key, or if you do not press any

1

key again.

3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet

after the fan stops running and the ON/STANDBY
indicator lights in red.

When you cannot confirm the on-screen
message

When you cannot confirm the on-screen message at

anytime, you can turn off the power by holding the

1

key for about one second.

I /

When the base edge is longer than the upper
edge as shown in the figure below:

Set the value to negative.

When the upper edge is longer than the base
edge as shown in the figure below:

Set the value to positive.

For details on “DIGIT KEYSTONE,” see page 33 (GB).

Note

Do not unplug the AC power cord while the
fan is still running; otherwise, the fan will
stop even though the internal heat level is
still high. This may lead to a breakdown of the
projector.

Cleaning the air filter

Clean the air filter every 300 hours to ensure

optimal performance.

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Projecting

To enlarge the image (Digital Zoom
function)

You can enlarge an area on the image you select.
This function works only when a signal from a
computer is input.

1 Project the original size picture and press the D

ZOOM + key on the Remote Commander.
The Digital Zoom icon appears in the center of the
image.

Digital Zoom icon

2 Move the icon to a point in the center of the

portion of the image you want to enlarge. Use the
arrow keys (M/m/</,) to move the icon.

3 Press the D ZOOM + key again.

The portion of the image where the icon is located
is enlarged. The magnification ratio is displayed
on the screen for a few seconds.
By pressing the + key repeatedly, the image size
increases (maximum magnification: 4 times) .

To freeze the image projected (Freeze
function)

Press the FREEZE key. “FREEZE” appears when the
key is pressed. This function works only when a
signal from a computer is input.
To restore the original screen, press the FREEZE key
again.

To use the Laser Pointer function (VPL­PX15/PX10 only)

Press the LASER key on the Remote Commander.
The laser pointer appears. The pointer is helpful in
indicating a particular point on the screen.

Use the arrow keys (M/m/</,) to scroll the
enlarged image.

To return the image to its original size

Press the D ZOOM – key. Pressing the RESET key
returns the image to its original size in one operation.

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Using the Menu

Using the Menu

The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for
making various adjustments and settings.

Note

(VPL-PX15/PX10 only)

Before operation, confirm that the PJ/NETWORK
select switch on the Remote Commander is set to PJ.
If it is set to NETWORK, the menu display will not
appear even when you press the MENU key on the
Remote Commander.

To select the language used in the menu, see page
23 (GB).

1 Press the MENU key.

The menu display appears.
The menu presently selected is shown as a yellow
button.

PICTURE CTRL

CONTRAST: 80
BRIGHT: 50
RGB ENHANCER:
GAMMA MODE:
COLOR TEMP: LOW
VOLUME: 50

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GRAPHICS

INPUT-A

To clear the menu

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

To reset items that have been adjusted

Press the RESET key.
“Complete!” 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:

•“CONTRAST, ” “BRIGHT, ” “COLOR, ” “HUE,”
“SHARP,” and “RGB ENHANCER” in the

PICTURE CTRL menu.

•“DOT PHASE, ” “SIZE H,” and “SHIFT” in the
INPUT SETTING menu.

•“DIGIT KEYSTONE” in the INSTALL SETTING
menu.

About the retention of the settings

The settings are automatically stored in the projector
memory.

Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu

2 Use the M or m key to select a menu, then press

the , or ENTER key.
The selected menu appears.

Menus Setting items

SET SETTING

STATUS: ON
INPUT-A: COMPUTER
AUTO INPUT SEL:

POWER SAVING:
IR RECEIVER:

LANGUAGE

OFF

: ENGLISH

OFF
FRONT&REAR

INPUT-A

3 Select an item.

Use the M or m key to select the item, then press
the , or ENTER key.

4 Make settings or adjustments on an item.

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

When no signal is input

When there is no input signal, “NO INPUT–Cannot
adjust this item.” appears on the screen, and the items
mentioned above cannot be adjusted.

About the menu display

You can set the display position of the menu, the
intensity of the background picture, and the color of
the menu items as you like.

For details, see page 33 (GB).

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The PICTURE CTRL Menu

The PICTURE CTRL Menu

The PICTURE CTRL (control) menu is used for
adjusting the picture.
Unadjustable items for a particular input signal are not
displayed in the menu.

When the video signal is input

PICTURE CTRL

CONTRAST: 80
BRIGHT: 50
COLOR: 50
HUE: 50
SHARP: 50
D.PICTURE: ON
COLOR TEMP: LOW
COLOR SYS: AUTO
VOLUME: 50

When the RGB signal is input

PICTURE CTRL

CONTRAST: 80
BRIGHT: 50
RGB ENHANCER:
GAMMA MODE:
COLOR TEMP: LOW
VOLUME: 50

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GRAPHICS

VIDEO

INPUT-A

BRIGHT

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

COLOR

Adjusts color intensity.
The higher the setting, the greater the intensity.
The lower the setting, the lower the intensity.

HUE

Adjusts color tones.
The higher the setting, the more the picture becomes
greenish.
The lower the setting, the more the picture becomes
purplish.

SHARP

Adjusts the picture sharpness.
The higher the setting, the sharper the picture.
The lower the setting, the softer the picture.

RGB ENHANCER

Operation

1. Select an item

Use the M or m key to select the item, then press the
, or ENTER key.

2. Adjust an item

• When changing the adjustment level:
To increase the value, press the M or , key.
To decrease the value, press the m or < key.
Press the ENTER key to restore the original screen.

• When changing the setting:
Press the M or m key to change the setting.
Press the ENTER or < key to restore the original
screen.

CONTRAST

Adjusts the picture sharpness when RGB signals are
input.
The higher the setting, the sharper the picture.
The lower the setting, the softer the picture.

D. (Dynamic) PICTURE

Emphasizes the black color.

ON: Emphasizes the black color to produce a bolder

“dynamic” picture.

OFF: Reproduces the dark portions of the picture

accurately, in accordance with the source signal.

GAMMA MODE

Selects a gamma correction curve.

GRAPHICS: Improves the reproduction of half

tones. Photos can be reproduced in natural tones.

TEXT: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for

images that contain lots of text.

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

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COLOR TEMP

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.

AUTO: Automatically selects one of the following

signals: NTSC

PAL-M/N: Automatically selects one of the

following signals: PAL-M/PAL-N, NTSC
Normally, set to AUTO.
If the picture is distorted or colorless, select the color
system appropriate to the input signal.

3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43.

3.58.

The PICTURE CTRL Menu / The INPUT SETTING Menu

The INPUT SETTING Menu

The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the
input signal.
Unadjustable items for a particular input signal are not
displayed in the menu.

When the video signal is input

INPUT SETTING

SHIFT H: 200 V: 30
ASPECT: 16:9

VIDEO

VOLUME

Adjusts the volume. The volume can be adjusted for
each of INPUT A, INPUT B (VPL-PX15 only),
VIDEO and S VIDEO input.

Input signals and adjustable/setting items

Item Input signal

Video or
S video (Y/C)

CONTRAST
BRIGHT
COLOR –

(

except for B & W

HUE –

SHARP –
RGB

ENHANCER
D. PICTURE
GAMMA –––

MODE
COLOR

TEMP
COLOR

SYS
VOLUME

(NTSC3.58/

4.43 only)

–––

Component

)

–––

: Adjustable/can be set

– : Not adjustable/can not be set

1) The RGB signals of a computer

Video GBR

––

RGB

NO.01
VIDEO/60

When the RGB signal is input

INPUT SETTING

1)

DOT PHASE: 0
SIZE H: 1056
SHIFT H: 200 V: 30
SCAN CONV: ON

NO.17
800x600

INPUT-A

Memory No.

Signal type

Memory No.

Signal type

Operation

1. Select an item

Use the M or m key to select the item, then press the
, or ENTER key.

2. Adjust an item

• When changing the adjustment level:
To increase the value, press the M or , key.
To decrease the value, press the m or < key.
Press the ENTER key to restore the original screen.

• When changing the setting:
Press the M or m key to change the setting.
Press the ENTER or < key to restore the original
screen.

DOT PHASE

Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal
input from the INPUT A/B connector. Adjust the
picture further for a finer picture after the picture is
adjusted by pressing the APA key. Adjust the picture
to the point where it looks clearest.

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The INPUT SETTING Menu

SIZE H

Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture input from
the INPUT A/B connector.
The higher the setting, the larger the horizontal size of
the picture.
The lower the setting, the smaller the horizontal size
of the picture. Adjust the setting according to the dots
of the input signal.

For details on a suitable value for preset signals, see page
31 (GB).

SHIFT

Adjusts the position of the picture input from the
INPUT A/B connectors or video input connectors.
H adjusts the horizontal position of the picture.
V adjusts the vertical position of the picture.
As the setting for H increases, the picture moves to
the right, and as the setting decreases, the picture
moves to the left.
As the setting for V increases, the picture moves up,
and as the setting decreases, the picture moves down.
Use the < or , key to adjust the horizontal position
and the M or m key for the vertical position.

ASPECT

Sets the aspect ratio of the picture.
When inputting a 16:9 (squeezed) signal from
equipment such as a DVD player, set this to 16:9.

4:3 : When a picture with a ratio of 4:3 is input.
16:9 : When a picture with a ratio of 16:9 (squeezed)

is input.

SCAN CONV (Scan converter)

Input signals and adjustable/setting items

Item Input signal

Video or Video GBR RGB
S video (Y/C)

DOT –––
PHASE

SIZE H –––
SHIFT
ASPECT –
SCAN –––

CONV

: Adjustable/can be set

– : Not adjustable/can not be set

1) The RGB signals of a computer

2) VPL-PX15/PX10: lower than SVGA only; VPL-PS10:

lower than VGA only

Component

About the preset memory No.

This projector has 37 kinds of preset data for input
signals (the preset memory). The memory number of
the current input signal and the signal type are
displayed when the preset signal is input. This
projector automatically detects the signal type. When
the signal has been registered in the preset memory, a
suitable picture is displayed on the screen according to
the signal type. You can adjust the picture through the
INPUT SETTING menu.
This projector also has 20 kinds of user memories for
each INPUT A/B. When an unpreset signal is input
for the first time, the memory number is displayed as

0. If the input signal is adjusted in the INPUT
SETTING menu, the setting made via INPUT A/B is
stored. When more than 20 user memory items are
registered for each INPUT A/B, the newest memory
item is automatically stored over the oldest one.

1)

2)

Converts the signal to display the picture according to
the screen size.

ON: Displays the picture according to the screen

size. The picture will lose some clarity.

OFF: Displays the picture while matching one pixel

of the input picture element to that of the LCD.
The picture will be clear but the picture size will
be smaller.

Note

This item will not be displayed in the following cases.
VPL-PX15/PX10: When an XGA or SXGA signal is
input.
VPL-PS10: When an SVGA, XGA or SXGA signal is
input.

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The INPUT SETTING Menu / The SET SETTING Menu

Preset signals

Memory Preset signal
No.

1 Video 60 Hz
2 Video 50 Hz
3 480/60i
4 575/50i
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38

640 × 350

640 × 400

640 × 480

800 × 600

832 × 624
1024 × 768

1152 × 864 SXGA VESA 70 Hz

1152 × 900

1280 × 960 SXGA VESA 60 Hz

1280 × 1024 SXGA VESA 43 Hz

VGA mode 1
VGA VESA1) 85 Hz
PC-98012) Normal
VGA mode 2
VGA VESA 85 Hz
VGA mode 3
Macintosh 13”35.000 66.667 H-neg V-neg 864
VGA VESA 72 Hz
VGA VESA 75 Hz
VGA VESA 85 Hz
SVGA VESA 56 Hz
SVGA VESA 60 Hz
SVGA VESA 72 Hz
SVGA VESA 75 Hz
SVGA VESA 85 Hz
Macintosh 16”49.724 74.550 H-neg V-neg 1152
XGA VESA 43 Hz
XGA VESA 60 Hz
XGA VESA 70 Hz
XGA VESA 75 Hz
XGA VESA 85 Hz

SXGA VESA 75 Hz
SXGA VESA 85 Hz
Sunmicro LO 61.795 65.960 H-neg V-neg 1504
Sunmicro HI 71.713 76.047

SXGA VESA 75 Hz

SGI-5
SXGA VESA 60 Hz
SXGA VESA 75 Hz
SXGA VESA 85 Hz

fH fV Sync
(kHz) (Hz)

15.734 59.940 H-neg V-neg

15.625 50.000 H-neg V-neg

15.734 59.940

15.625 50.000

31.469 70.086 H-pos V-neg 800

37.861 85.080 H-pos V-neg 832

24.823 56.416 H-neg V-neg 848

31.469 70.086 H-neg V-pos 800

37.861 85.080 H-neg V-pos 832

31.469 59.940 H-neg V-neg 800

37.861 72.809 H-neg V-neg 832

37.500 75.000 H-neg V-neg 840

43.269 85.008 H-neg V-neg 832

35.156 56.250 H-pos V-pos 1024

37.879 60.317 H-pos V-pos 1056

48.077 72.188 H-pos V-pos 1040

46.875 75.000 H-pos V-pos 1056

53.674 85.061 H-pos V-pos 1048

35.524 43.479 H-pos V-pos 1264

48.363 60.004 H-neg V-neg 1344

56.476 69.955 H-neg V-neg 1328

60.023 75.029 H-pos V-pos 1312

68.677 84.997 H-pos V-pos 1376

63.995 70.016 H-pos V-pos 1472

67.500 75.000 H-pos V-pos 1600

77.487 85.057 H-pos V-pos 1568

60.000 60.000 H-pos V-pos 1800

75.000 75.000 H-pos V-pos 1728

46.433 43.436 H-pos V-pos 1696

53.316 50.062 S on G 1680

63.974 60.013 H-pos V-pos 1696

79.976 75.025 H-pos V-pos 1688

91.146 85.024 H-pos V-pos 1530

S on G/Y or
Composite sync

Composite sync

SIZE
H

1472

Since the data is recalled from the preset memory for
the following signals, you can use this preset data by
adjusting SIZE H. Make finer adjustments using
SHIFT.

Signal Memory No. SIZE H

Super Mac-2 23 1312
SGI-1 23 1320
Macintosh 19”25 1328
Macintosh 21”27 1456
Sony News 36 1708
PC-9821 36 1600

1280 × 1024
WS Sunmicro 37 1664

Note

When the aspect ratio of an input signal is other than
4:3, a part of the screen is displayed in black.

The SET SETTING Menu

The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the
settings of the projector.

SET SETTING

Operation

STATUS: ON
INPUT-A: COMPUTER
AUTO INPUT SEL

LANGUAGE
POWER SAVING
IR RECEIVER

: OFF

: ENGLISH

: OFF

: FRONT&REAR

INPUT-A

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

2) PC-98 is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.

1. Select an item

Use the M or m key to select the item, then press the
, or ENTER key.

2. Change the setting

Press the M or m key to change the setting.
To restore the original screen, press the ENTER or

<

key.

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The SET SETTING Menu / The INSTALL SETTING Menu

STATUS (on-screen display)

Sets up the on-screen display.

ON: Shows all of the on-screen display.
OFF: Turns off the on-screen display except for the

menus, a message when turning off the power,
and warning messages.

For details on the warning messages, see page 40 (GB).

INPUT-A

Selects the computer, component or video GBR (15k
RGB) signal input from the INPUT A connector.

Note

If the setting is not correct, “Please check INPUT-A
setting.” appears on the screen and the color of the
picture becomes strange or the picture is not
displayed.

The INSTALL SETTING
Menu

The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing
the install settings of the projector.

INSTALL SETTING

KEYSTONE MEM:
DIGIT KEYSTONE:
INSTALLATION:
MENU POSITION:
MENU COLOR:
MENU BACKGRND:
INPUT-B FUNC.:

LAMP TIMER: 234H

ON
0
CEILING-FRONT
CENTER
STANDARD
STANDARD
ON

INPUT-A

AUTO INPUT SEL

When set to ON, the projector detects input signals in
the following order: INPUT-A/INPUT-B (VPL-PX15
only)/VIDEO/S-VIDEO. It indicates the input channel
when the power is turned on or the INPUT key is
pressed.

LANGUAGE

Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen
displays.
Available languages are: English, French, German,
Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese and
Korean.

POWER SAVING

When set to ON, the projector goes into the power
saving mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes.

INPUT-B FUNC. is displayed only for the VPL­PX15.

Operation

1. Select an item

Use the M or m key to select the item, then press the
, or ENTER key.

2. Adjust an item

• When changing the adjustment level:
To increase the value, press the M or , key.
To decrease the value, press the m or < key.
Press the ENTER key to restore the original screen.

• When changing the setting:
Press the M or m key to change the setting.
Press the ENTER or < key to restore the original
screen.

IR RECEIVER

Selects the remote control detectors on the front and
rear of the projector.

FRONT & REAR: Activates both the front and rear

detectors.

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

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The INSTALL SETTING Menu

KEYSTONE MEM

ON: The DIGIT KEYSTONE setting is stored.

The data is retrieved when the projector power is
turned on. The setting will remain the same every
time.

OFF: The DIGIT KEYSTONE is reset to 0 when the

power is turned on next time.

DIGIT KEYSTONE

Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the
projection angle.
If the base edge of the image is longer, set a negative
value; if the upper edge is longer, set a positive value
to display the image as a rectangle.

INSTALLATION

Set this item to reverse 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.

INPUT-B FUNC. (VPL-PX15 only)

Set to ON when using the Windows CE function.

Note

Be sure to exit every application that is open before
you switch the setting from ON to OFF. Otherwise,
the system may crash and you may not be able to
restart the projector.

LAMP TIMER

Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on.

Note

This only displays the time. You cannot alter the
display.

Note

When using a mirror, be careful of how the
installation is carried out since the picture may be
reversed.

MENU POSITION

Selects the display position of the menu from TOP
LEFT, BOTTOM LEFT, CENTER, TOP RIGHT and
BOTTOM RIGHT.

MENU COLOR

Selects the tone of the menu display from
STANDARD, WARM, COOL, GREEN or GRAY.

MENU BACKGRND

Selects the intensity of the background picture of the
menu display from DARK, STANDARD or LIGHT.

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Installation Example

Installation Example

VPL-PX15/PX10

SS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

Minimum

a

Maximum

b

c

Wall

x

(57 1/2) (87 1/2) (117 3/8) (147 3/8) (177 1/4) (221 3/4) (266 5/8) (296 1/2) (371 3/8) (446 1/8)

(69 3/8) (105 1/4) (141 3/8) (177 1/4) (213 1/8) (266 5/8) (320 5/8) (356 3/8) (446 1/8) (536)

(x–15 3/8)(x–21 3/8)(x–27 3/8)(x–33 3/8)(x–39 3/8)(x–48 3/8)(x–57 3/8)(x–63 3/8)(x–78 3/8)(x–93 3/8)

a: Distance between the screen and the center

of the lens

b: Distance from the floor to the center of the

lens

c: Distance from the floor to the foot of the

projector

x: Free

Center of the screen

Center of the lens

a

1458 2217 2977 3736 4495 5635 6774 7533 9432 11330

1764 2675 3586 4497 5408 6774 8141 9052 11329 13607

x–305 x–457 x–610 x–762 x–914 x–1143 x–1372 x–1524 x–1905 x–2286
(x–12) (x–18) (x–24) (x–30) (x–36) (x–45) (x–54) (x–60) (x–75 1/8)(x–90 1/8)

x–388 x–541 x–693 x–845 x–998 x–1226 x–1455 x–1607 x–1988 x–2369

Distance between the front of the
cabinet and the center of the lens

PUSH

Standard lens:

+ 0 –

PUSH

–25.4 mm (–1 inch)

b

c

Floor

Unit: mm (inches)

To calculate the installation measurements (unit: mm)

SS: screen size diagonal (inches)
a (minimum) = {(SS × 33.60/0.9071) – 59.7012} × 1.025
a (maximum) = {(SS × 42.376846/0.9071) – 59.62151} × 0.975
b = x – (SS/0.9071 × 6.912)
c = x – (SS/0.9071 × 6.912 + 83.4)

VPL-PS10

SS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

Minimum

a

Maximum

b

c

1461 2221 2982 3742 4503 5644 6784 7545 9446 11348

(57 1/2) (87 1/2) (117 3/8) (147 3/8) (177 1/4) (222 1/8) (267) (297 3/8) (372 1/8) (447)

1767 2680 3592 4505 5417 6786 8154 9067 11348 13629

(69 3/4) (105 5/8) (141 3/8) (177 1/4) (213 1/2) (267 3/8) (321) (357 1/4) (447) (536 3/4)

x–305 x–458 x–611 x–763 x–916 x–1145 x–1374 x–1527 x–1908 x–2290

(x–12 1/8)(x–18 1/8)(x–24 1/8)(x–30 1/8)(x–36 1/8)(x–45 1/8)(x–54 1/8)(x–60 1/8)(x–75 1/4)(x–90 1/4)

x–389 x–541 x–694 x–847 x–999 x–1228 x–1457 x–1610 x–1992 x–2373

(x–15 3/8)(x–21 3/8)(x–27 3/8)(x–33 3/8)(x–39 3/8)(x–48 3/8)(x–57 3/8)(x–63 1/2)(x–78 1/2)(x–93 1/2)

To calculate the installation measurements (unit: mm)

SS: screen size diagonal (inches)
a (minimum) = {(SS × 33.59/0.9055) –59} × 1.025
a (maximum) = {(SS × 42.370377/0.9055) – 58.9761} × 0.975
b = x – (SS/0.9055 × 6.912)
c = x – (SS/0.9055 × 6.912 + 83.4)

Unit: mm (inches)

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Notes for Installation

Notes for Installation

Unsuitable Installation

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

Poorly ventilated

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

•Leave space of more than 50 cm (19
around the unit.

•Be careful that the ventilation holes do not inhale
tiny objects such as pieces of paper.

3

/4 inches)

Very dusty

H
S
U
P

Avoid installing the unit in a location where there is a
lot of dust; otherwise, the air filter will clog. The dust
blocking the air through the filter may cause the
internal heat level of the projector to rise. Clean the
filter periodically.

Unsuitable Conditions for Use

Do not do any of the following.

Toppling the unit

Avoid standing the unit on its side as the unit may
topple over. This may cause a malfunction.

Tilting the unit more than 15 degrees

Installation

Highly heated and humid

H
S
U
P

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

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

Avoid tilting the unit at an angle of more than 15
degrees. Installation of the unit in this manner may
cause a malfunction.

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Notes for Installation

Blocking the ventilation holes

Avoid using something that covers over the
ventilation holes (exhaust/intake); otherwise, the
internal heat level may build up.

Removing the adjusters

Avoid using the unit with the adjusters removed.
Blocking the ventilation holes (intake) may cause
internal heat build-up.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

Notes

•If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified Sony
personnel.

•Pull out the lamp unit by holding the handle. If you
touch the lamp unit, you may be burned or injured.

•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 it is tilted
and if the lamp breaks, the pieces may scatter,
causing injury.

Replacing the Lamp

When the lamp has burnt out or dims, or “Please
replace the LAMP.” appears on the screen, replace the
lamp with a new one. The lamp life varies depending
on conditions of use. The message appears after 1500
hours of use.
Use an LMP-P202 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.

3 Loosen the screws on the lamp unit with the

Phillips screwdriver.

4 While holding the handle and keeping the lamp

unit horizontal, pull straight up.

5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until it is

securely in place. Tighten the two screws. Fold
down the handle.

Maintenance

Note

The lamp remains at a high temperature after you turn
off the projector with the I / 1 key. If you touch the
lamp, you may burn your finger. When you replace
the lamp, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool.

1 Place a protective sheet (cloth) beneath the

projector. Hold the projector handle and place the
projector face down.

Note

When replacing the lamp, be sure the projector is
on a flat and stable surface.

2 Slide open the lamp cover after loosening its

screw with a Phillips screwdriver.

Notes

•Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the
lamp.

•The power will not turn on if the lamp is not
secured properly.

6 Close the lamp cover and tighten the screw.
7 Turn the projector back over.
8 Connect the power cord and turn the projector to

the standby mode.

9 Press the following keys on the control panel in

the following order for less than five seconds
each: RESET, <, ,, ENTER.

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Maintenance

Notes

•Be sure to use an LMP-P202 Projector Lamp for
replacement. If you use lamps other than the LMP­P202, the projector may malfunction.

•Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug the
power cord before replacing the lamp.

•Do not put your hands into the lamp replacement
socket, and do not allow any liquid or objects to fall
into it to avoid electrical shock or fire.

Disposal of a used projector lamp

As the materials used in this lamp are similar to those
of a fluorescent lamp, you should dispose of a used
projector lamp in the same way as a fluorescent lamp.

Cleaning the Air Filter

The air filter should be cleaned every 300 hours.

When it becomes difficult to remove the dust from the
filter, replace the filter with a new one.
To clean the air filter, follow the steps below:

5 Hook the air filter on the holders of the air filter

cover, then set the filter and replace the cover.

Notes

•If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter,
replace the air filter with the supplied new one.

•Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly; the power
cannot be turned on if it is not closed securely.

•Place the air filter so that it fits in a notch on the air
filter cover.

To clean the ventilation holes

When you clean the air filter, clean the ventilation
holes (intake, rear and bottom) also. Remove the dust
from the outside of the ventilation holes with a
vacuum cleaner.

1 Turn off the power and unplug the power cord.
2 Remove the air filter cover at the bottom of the

projector.

3 Remove the air filter.

4 Wash the air filter with a mild detergent solution

and dry it in a shaded place.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem, using the following
guide. If the problem still persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

Power

Symptom

The power is not turned on.

Image

Symptom

No picture.

The picture is noisy.

On-screen display does not
appear.

The picture from INPUT B is
frozen. (VPL-PX15 only)

The color balance of the video
picture is not correct.

Cause

The power has been turned off and on
with the I / 1 key at too short an interval.

The lamp cover is detached.
The air filter cover is detached.

Cause

A cable is disconnected or not connected
properly.

The input selection is incorrect. Select the input source correctly using the INPUT

The picture is cut off. Press the PIC MUTING key on the VPL-PX15/

The computer signal is not set to output
to an external monitor.

The computer signal is set to output to
both the LCD of the computer and an
external monitor.

Noise may appear on the background
depending on the combination of the
numbers of dot input from the connector
and numbers of pixels on the LCD panel.

STATUS in the SET SETTING menu has
been set to OFF.

There is something wrong with the

network software.

The color system of the input signal is

not set correctly.

Remedy

Wait for about 90 seconds before turning on the

(see page 25 (GB))

power

Close the lamp cover securely

Close the air filter cover securely

Remedy

Check that the proper connections have been

(see pages 18 (GB) to 23 (GB))

made

(see page 24 (GB))

key

PX10 Remote Commander to release the muting
function

Set the computer signal to output to an external
monitor

Set the computer signal to output only to an
external monitor

Change the desktop pattern on the connected
computer.

Set STATUS in the SET SETTING menu to ON

(see page 32 (GB))

Set INPUT-B FUNC. in the INSTALL SETTING
menu to OFF, then set it to ON again

33 (GB)).

Set COLOR SYS in the PICTURE CTRL menu to
match the color system of the input signal

page 29 (GB)).

(see page 14 (GB))

(see page 18 (GB))

(see page 18 (GB))

.

(see page 37 (GB))

(see page 38 (GB))

.

.

.

.

.

.

(see page

(see

.

.

Sound

Symptom

No Sound.

When inputting sound through
the AUDIO jack, sound comes
through one channel only.

Cause

A cable is disconnected or not connected
properly.

The sound is cut off.

Monaural sound is being input through
the AUDIO jack.

Remedy

Check that the proper connections have been

(see pages 18 (GB) to 23 (GB))

made

Press the AUDIO MUTING key on the VPL-PX15/
PX10 Remote Commander to release the muting
function

Input stereo sound.

(see page 14 (GB))

.

.

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Troubleshooting

Others

Symptom

The LAMP/COVER indicator
flashes.

The LAMP/COVER indicator
lights up.

The TEMP/FAN indicator
flashes.

The TEMP/FAN indicator

lights up.

Both LAMP/COVER and

TEMP/FAN indicators light up.
The INPUT B window does

not appear, or INPUT B
cannot be selected. (VPL­PX15 only)

The menu display does not
appear even when you press
the MENU key on the VPL­PX15/PX10 Remote
Commander.

Warning messages

Cause

The lamp cover or the air filter cover is
detached.

The lamp has reached the end of its life.
The lamp has reached too a high

temperature.
The fan is broken.

The internal temperature is unusually
high.

The electrical system has failed.

INPUT-B FUNC. is set to OFF.

The PJ/NETWORK select switch on the
Remote Commander is set to
NETWORK.

Remedy

Attach the cover securely

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Replace the lamp
Wait for 90 seconds to cool down the lamp and

turn on the power again
Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation

holes.
Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

Set INPUT-B FUNC. in the INSTALL SETTING
menu to ON

Set the PJ/NETWORK select switch to PJ, then
press the MENU key.

.

(see page 37 (GB)).

(see page 33 (GB))

(see pages 37 (GB) and

(see page 25 (GB))

.

.

Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.

Message

High temp.!
Lamp off in 1 min.

Frequency is out of range! This input signal cannot be projected as

Please check INPUT-A
setting.

Please replace the LAMP. It is time to replace the lamp. Replace the lamp.
Backup Battery Very Low

(VPL-PX15 only)

Meaning Remedy

Internal temperature is too high. Turn off the power.

the frequency is out of the acceptable
range of the projector.

The resolution setting of the output
signal of the computer is too high.

You have input an RGB signal from the
computer when INPUT-A in the SET
SETTING menu is set to COMPONENT
or VIDEO GBR.

The backup battery for the network is
exhausted.

Check to see if something is blocking the
ventilation holes.

Input a signal that is within the frequency range.

Set the setting of output to XGA (VPL-PX15/PX10)
or SVGA (VPL-PS10)

Set INPUT-A correctly

Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

Caution messages

Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.

Message

NO INPUT
Not applicable!

Meaning Remedy

No input signal Check connections
You have pressed the wrong key. Press the appropriate key.

(see page 18 (GB))

(see page 32 (GB))

.

.

(see pages 18 (GB) to 23 (GB))

.

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Specifications

Specifications

Optical characteristics

Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection

system

LCD panel VPL-PX15/PX10: 0.9-inch TFT

LCD panel with micro-lens
array, 2,359,296 pixels
(786,432 pixels × 3)

VPL-PS10: 0.9-inch TFT LCD

panel, 1,440,000 pixels
(480,000 pixels × 3)

Lens 1.3 times zoom lens (manual)

f 33.6 to 42 mm/F 1.7 to 2.1
Lamp 200 W UHP
Projection picture size

Range: 40 to 300 inches (diagonal

measure)
Light output VPL-PX15/PX10: ANSI lumen

2000 lm

VPL-PS10: ANSI lumen 1500 lm

Throwing distance VPL-PX15/PX10 (When an XGA

signal is input)

40-inch: 1458 to 1764 mm

1

/2 to 69 3/8 inches)

(57

60-inch: 2217 to 2675 mm

1

/2 to 105 1/4 inches)

(87

80-inch: 2977 to 3586 mm

3

/8 to 141 3/8 inches)

(117

100-inch: 3736 to 4497 mm

3

/8 to 177 1/4 inches)

(147

120-inch: 4495 to 5408 mm

1

/4 to 213 1/8 inches)

(177

150-inch: 5635 to 6774 mm

3

/4 to 266 5/8 inches)

(221

180-inch: 6774 to 8141 mm

5

/8 to 320 5/8 inches)

(266

200-inch: 7533 to 9052 mm

1

/2 to 356 3/8 inches)

(296

250-inch: 9432 to 11329 mm

3

/8 to 446 1/8 inches)

(371

300-inch: 11330 to 13607 mm

1

/8 to 536 inches)

(446

VPL-PS10 (When an SVGA signal

is input)

40-inch: 1461 to 1767 mm

1

/2 to 69 3/4 inches)

(57

60-inch: 2221 to 2680 mm

1

/2 to 105 5/8 inches)

(87

1)

80-inch: 2982 to 3592 mm

3

/8 to 141 3/8 inches)

(117

100-inch: 3742 to 4505 mm

3

/8 to 177 1/4 inches)

(147

120-inch: 4503 to 5417 mm

1

/4 to 213 1/2 inches)

(177

150-inch: 5644 to 6786 mm

1

/8 to 267 3/8 inches)

(222

180-inch: 6784 to 8154 mm

(267 to 321 inches)

200-inch: 7545 to 9067 mm

3

/8 to 357 1/4 inches)

(297

250-inch: 9446 to 11348 mm

1

/8 to 447 inches)

(372

300-inch: 11348 to 13629 mm

3

(447 to 536

/4 inches)

Electrical characteristics

Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/

PAL-M/PAL-N system,
switched automatically/manually

Resolution VPL-PX15/PX10: 750 horizontal

TV lines (Video input) 1024 ×
768 dots (RGB input)

VPL-PS10: 600 horizontal TV

lines (Video input) 800 × 600
dots (RGB input)

Acceptable computer signals

fH: 15 to 91 kHz
fV: 43 to 85 Hz

Speaker Stereo speakers system, 28 mm

1

/8 inches) diameter,

(1
max. 0.5 W × 2

Input/Output

Video input S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin

type (female)
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)

VIDEO: phono type

Composite video: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB
sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)

Other

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1) ANSI lumen is a measuring method of American National Standards Institute IT7.228.

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Specifications

AUDIO: Stereo minijack 500

mVrms, impedance more than 47
kilohms

INPUT A INPUT A: HD D-sub 15-pin

(female)
Analog RGB/component:
R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB
sync negative
(75 ohms terminated)
B/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
SYNC/HD: Composite sync
input: 1-5 Vp-p high impedance,
positive/negative
Horizontal sync input: 1-5 Vp-p
high impedance, positive/
negative
VD: Vertical sync input: 1-5
Vp-p high impedance, positive/
negative

AUDIO: Stereo minijack

500 mVrms, impedance more
than 47 kilohms

MOUSE 6-pin (female) (For details, see

“Pin assignment” on page 43
(GB).)

INPUT B (VPL-PX15 only)

ETHER

10BASE-T standard
100BASE-TX standard

PC CARD slot

PC CARD slot Type II

USB hub Up (B type: female) × 1

Down (A type: female) × 1

CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER

Stereo minijack 5 Vp-p, plug in

power, 5 V DC

Safety regulations

UL1950

cUL (CSA No. 950)

FCC Class A

IC Class A

NEMKO (EN60950)

CE (LVD, EMC)

C-Tick

Laser beam (VPL-PX15/PX10 only)

Laser type Class 2
Wavelength 645 nm
Output 1 mW

General

Dimensions 325 × 110 × 285 mm (12 7/8 × 4 3/8

× 11 1/4 inches) (w/h/d)

(without the projection parts)

Mass VPL-PX15: Approx. 5.3 kg

(11 lb 11 oz)

VPL-PX10/PS10: Approx. 4.9 kg

(10 lb 13 oz)

Power requirements

VPL-PX15:

AC 100 to 240 V, 3.0–1.25 A,
50/60 Hz

VPL-PX10/PS10:

AC 100 to 240 V, 2.9–1.2 A,
50/60 Hz

Power consumption

VPL-PX15: Max. 300 W

(Standby mode: 4.9 W)
(When INPUT-B FUNC. is set to
ON: 9.0 W)

VPL-PX10/PS10: Max. 290 W

(Standby mode: 4.7 W)

Heat dissipation VPL-PX15: 1023.9 BTU

VPL-PX10/PS10: 989.6 BTU

Operating temperature

0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F)

Operating humidity

35 % to 85 % (no condensation)

Storage temperature

–20 °C to 60 °C (–4 °F to 140 °F)
Storage humidity 10 % to 90 %
Supplied accessories

Remote Commander RM-PJM15

(VPL-PX15/PX10 only) (1)

Remote Commander RM-PJM11

(VPL-PS10 only) (1)
R6 (Size AA) batteries (2)
HD D-sub 15-pin cable (2 m) (1)

(1-791-992-21)
PS/2 Mouse Cable (2 m) (1)

(1-792-424-12)
USB cable A type – B type (1)

(1-790-081-11)
CD-ROM (Application software)

(1)

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Specifications

123

456

AC power cord (1)
Air filter (for replacement) (1)
Lens cap (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Operating Instructions for

Networking (VPL-PX15 only) (1)
Installation Manual for Dealers (1)
Specified/recommended PC Card/

Wireless LAN Access Point

(VPL-PX15 only) (1)
Quick Reference Card (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

Optional accessories

Projector Lamp LMP-P202 (for replacement)
Projector Suspension Support PSS-610
Monitor Cable

SMF-410 (HD D-sub 15-pin (male) y HD D-sub
15-pin (male))

Signal Cable

SMF-402 (HD D-sub 15-pin (male) y 3 × phono
jack)

Projection Lens

Short Focal Length Converter Lens VPLL-CW10
Long Focal Length Converter Lens VPLL-CT10

Some of the items may not be available in some areas. For
details, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Pin assignment

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

1 R/R-Y 9 N.C.
2G/Y 10 GND
3 B/B-Y 11 GND
4 GND 12 DDC/SDA
5 GND 13 HD/C.Sync
6 GND (R) 14 VD
7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL
8 GND (B)

MOUSE connector (6-pin, female)

1 DATA
2 N.C.
3 GND
4 +5 V
5 CLK
6 N.C.

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Index

Index

A

Adjuster 11 (GB)
Adjusting

retention of the settings 27 (GB)
the picture 28 (GB)

the picture size/shift 24 (GB)
Air filter 38 (GB)
APA function 24 (GB)
ASPECT 30 (GB)
AUTO INPUT SEL 32 (GB)

B

Battery

installation 16 (GB), 17 (GB)

notes 16 (GB), 17 (GB)
BRIGHT 28 (GB)

C

Carrying handle 9 (GB)
COLOR 28 (GB)
COLOR SYS (System) 29 (GB)
COLOR TEMP 28 (GB)
Condensation 35 (GB)
Connections

component equipment 20 (GB)

computer 18 (GB)

LAN 21 (GB)

VCR 20 (GB)
CONTRAST 28 (GB)
Cut off

the picture 24 (GB)

the sound 14 (GB)

D, E, F

DIGIT KEYSTONE 33 (GB)
D. (Dynamic) PICTURE 28 (GB)
DOT PHASE 29 (GB)
Freeze function 26 (GB)

I, J, K

INPUT-A 32 (GB)
INPUT-B FUNC. 33 (GB)
INPUT SETTING menu 29 (GB)
INSTALL SETTING menu 32 (GB)
INSTALLATION 33 (GB)
Installation example 34 (GB)
IR RECEIVER 32 (GB)
KEYSTONE MEM 33 (GB)

L

Lamp replacement 37 (GB)
LAMP TIMER 33 (GB)
LANGUAGE 32 (GB)
Location and function of controls

connector panel 13 (GB)
control panel 11 (GB)
front / left side 9 (GB)
rear / right side / bottom 9 (GB)
Remote Commander 14 (GB), 16 (GB)

M, N

Menu

clearing the menu display 27 (GB)
INPUT SETTING menu 29 (GB)
INSTALL SETTING menu 32 (GB)
PICTURE CTRL menu 28 (GB)
SET SETTING menu 31 (GB)

using the menu 27 (GB)
MENU BACKGRND 33 (GB)
MENU COLOR 33 (GB)
MENU POSITION 33 (GB)
Messages

cautions 40 (GB)

warnings 40 (GB)
Notes for installation

unsuitable conditions for use 35 (GB)

unsuitable installation 35 (GB)

O

Optional accessories 43 (GB)

R

Remote Commander (VPL-PS10)

16 (GB)

Remote Commander (VPL-PX15/PX10)

14 (GB)

Remote control detector

front 9 (GB)
rear 9 (GB)
setting 32 (GB)

Reset

resettable items 27 (GB)
resetting the item 27 (GB)

RGB ENHANCER 28 (GB)

S

SCAN CONV (Scan converter) 30 (GB)
Screen size 41 (GB)
SET SETTING menu 31 (GB)
SHARP 28 (GB)
SHIFT 30 (GB)
SIZE H 30 (GB)
Specifications 41 (GB)
STATUS (on-screen display) 32 (GB)
Supplied accessories 42 (GB)

T, U

Troubleshooting 39 (GB)

V, W, X, Y, Z

Ventilation holes

exhaust 9 (GB)
intake 10 (GB)

VOLUME 29 (GB)

G

GAMMA MODE 28 (GB)

H

HUE 28 (GB)

44 (GB)

P, Q

PICTURE CTRL menu 28 (GB)
Pin assignment 43 (GB)
Power

turn off 25 (GB)

turn on 23 (GB)
POWER SAVING 12 (GB), 32 (GB)
Precautions 7 (GB)
Projecting 24 (GB)

45 (GB)