Sony VPL-PX35, VPL-PX40 Operating Instruction

LCD Data Projector VPL-PX40/PX35

4-090-532-13 (1)

Data Projector

Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones

VPL-PX40/PX35

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© 2002 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.

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For the customers in the USA

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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.

Laser light shines out of this window.

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 or not look
into the laser transmitter.

• When the Remote Commander causes
malfunction, consult with qualified Sony
personnel. We change the Remote
Commander as new one according to the
guarantee.

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APERTURE.

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

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

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 Canada

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

For the customers in the United
Kingdom

WARNING
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE

EARTHED

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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-and­yellow 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.

Voor de klanten in Nederland

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

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

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Table of Contents

Overview

Precautions .........................................6

Notes on Installation ..........................7

Unsuitable Installation ..................7

Usage in High Altitude .................7

Unsuitable Conditions ..................8

Features .............................................. 8

Location and Function of Controls .10

Front/Left Side ...........................10

Rear/Right Side/Bottom .............10

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

Connector Panel .........................13

Remote Commander ...................14

Setting Up and Projecting

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

Connecting the Projector ..................18

Connecting with a Computer ......18

Connecting with a VCR or 15k

RGB/Component

Equipment .......................20

Selecting the Menu Language ..........22

Projecting .........................................24

Effective Tools for Your

Presentation .....................28

Adjustments and Settings
Using the Menu

Using the MENU ............................. 30

The PICTURE SETTING Menu ..... 31

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

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

The MENU SETTING Menu .......... 36

The INSTALL SETTING Menu ..... 36

The INFORMATION Menu ............ 37

Maintenance

Maintenance .................................... 38

Replacing the Lamp ................... 38

Cleaning the Air Filter ............... 39

Troubleshooting ...............................41

Warning Messages ..................... 43

Caution Messages ...................... 44

Other

Specifications ..................................45

Index ............................................... 53

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B Overview

Precautions

On safety

• Check that the operating voltage of your

unit is identical with the voltage of your
local power supply.

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into

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

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is

not to be used for several days.

• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the

plug. Never pull the cord itself.

• The wall outlet should be near the unit and

easily accessible.

• The unit is not disconnected to the AC

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

• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is

on.

• Do not place your hand or objects near the

ventilation holes. The air coming out is
hot.

• Be careful not to catch your fingers by the

adjuster when you adjust the height of the
projector. Do not push hard on the top of
the projector with the adjuster out.

On illumination

• To obtain the best picture, the front of the

screen should not be exposed to direct
lighting or sunlight.

• Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is

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

• Cover any windows that face the screen

with opaque draperies.

• It is desirable to install the projector in a

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

On preventing internal heat build­up

After you turn off the power with the I / 1
key, do not disconnect the unit from the wall
outlet while the cooling fan is still running.

Caution

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

On 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.

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.

On LCD projector

• The LCD projector is manufactured using
high-precision 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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Precautions

Notes on 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 the internal heat builds up due to the
block-up, the temperature sensor will
function with the message “High temp.!
Lamp off in 1 min.” The power will be
turned off automatically after one minute.

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

• Be careful that the ventilation holes may
inhale tininess such as a piece of paper.

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Very dusty

Avoid installing the unit in a location where
there is a lot of dust; otherwise, the air filter
will be obstructed. The dust blocking the air
through the filter may cause raising the
internal heat of the projector. Clean it up
periodically.

Usage in High Altitude

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

Overview

Highly heated and humid

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

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

Notes on Installation

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Unsuitable Conditions

Do not use the projector under the following
conditions.

Toppling the unit.

Avoid using as the unit topples over on its
side. It may cause malfunction.

Tilting right/left

Features

High brightness, high picture
quality

• High brightness

This projector is equipped with a high­efficiency optical system made possible
by adopting Sony’s new proprietary
optical system. Because the VPL-PX40
utilizes a newly developed high N.A. LCD
panel with a microlens and a 265W UHP
lamp, it can reproduce bright images at
3500 ANSI lumens, while the VPL-PX35
with no microlens can reproduce bright
images at 2600 ANSI lumens.

•High resolution

Three 0.99-inch, about 790,000 pixel,
XGA panels provide a resolution of 1024
× 768 dots for RGB input and 750
horizontal TV lines for video input.

20°

Avoid using as the unit tilts more than 20
degrees. Do not install the unit other than on
the floor or ceiling. These installations may
cause malfunction.

Blocking the ventilation holes

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

Note

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

Easy Setup

• Permits setup on a front-to-back slope

This projector can be set up on a slope of
up to 90 degrees up or down. The
projector also permits rear projection
using a mirror.

• Optional lenses

The projector can be adapted to a variety
of different types of installations by using
one of three lenses (sold separately), two
with a short focus and one with a long
focus.

• Direct Power On/Power Off function

The AC power for the entire system can be
turned on and off by means of a breaker or
other switch.

• System expandability (network
compatibility)

In addition to conventional serial control
using an RS-232C connector, this
projector also supports connection to an
network environment through an Ethernet
connector. This function can be used to
control multiple projectors and also makes
it possible to acquire status information
from each projector, such as the length of
time the lamp has been on.

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Features

(For details on the network functions,
contact your dealer or the Sony customer
service.)

Convenient presentation functions

• Equipped with USB connector

Simply by connecting the projector to a
computer through the USB interface, the
Remote Commander provided with the
projector can then be used as a wireless
mouse.

• Remote Commander with laser pointer

The Remote Commander comes equipped
with a laser pointer that is useful when
making presentations.

Accepts various input signals

• Equipped with DVI connector and
5BNC connector

The projector is equipped with a DVI-D
connector that can be used to connect a
digital RGB device.
The projector is also equipped with a
5BNC input connector that supports high­precision signal connection with a
workstation or other device, as well as
long-distance transmission.

• Scan converter loaded

This projector has a build-in scan
converter that converts the input signal
within 1,024 × 768 dots.

• Compatible input signals

This projector accepts video signals of
composite, S video, and component as
well as 15k RGB, VGA, SVGA, XGA,
SXGA, SXGA+ and UXGA (60 Hz)
signals, which all can be displayed. In this
projector, 46 types of input signals are
preset.

• Compatible with six color systems

NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC

4.43

1)

, PAL­M, or PAL-N color system can be selected
automatically or manually.

1)NTSC4.43 is the color system used when

playing back a video recorded on NTSC
on a NTSC

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4.43 system VCR.

• Windows is a registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.

• IBM PC/AT, VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA
and UXGA are registered trademarks of

the International Business Machines
Corporation, U.S.A.

• Kensington is a registered trademark of
Kensington Technology Group.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of
Apple Computer, Inc.

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

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

Overview

Features

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Location and
Function of Controls

Front/Left Side

a Handle
b Zoom ring

Adjusts the picture size.

c Control panel

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

d Connector panel

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

e AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

f Front remote control detector
g Lens

Remove the lens cap before projection.

h Ventilation holes (exhaust)
i Focus ring

Adjusts the picture focus.

j Rear remote control detector

Rear/Right Side/Bottom

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k Indicators

• LAMP/COVER: Lights up or flashes

under the following conditions:
– Lights up when the lamp has

reached the end of its life or
becomes a high temperature.

– Flashes when the la mp 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.

For details on the LAMP/COVER and
the TEMP/FAN indicators, see on
page 43.

• POWER SAVING: Lights up when

the projector is in power saving mode.
When POWER SAVING in the SET
SETTING menu is set to ON, the
projector goes into 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. In power
saving mode, any key does not
function for the first 60 seconds after
the lamp goes out.

• ON/STANDBY: Lights up or flashes

under the following conditions:
– Lights in red when a AC power cord

is plugged into a wall outlet. Once in
standby mode, you can turn on the
projector with the I / 1 key.

– Lights in green when the power is

turned on.

– Flashes in green while the cooling

fan runs after the power is turned off
with the I / 1 key. The fan runs for
about 90 seconds after the power is
turned off.
The ON/STANDBY indicator
flashes quickly for the first 60
seconds. During this time, you
cannot light up the ON/STANDBY
indicator with the I / 1 key.

Note

• To maintain optimal performance, clean
the air filter every 1500 hours.

For details, see “Cleaning the Air
Filter” on page 39.

Overview

How to use the adjuster

To adjust the height

Adjusts the height of the projector as
follows:

1 Lift the projector and press the

adjuster adjustment buttons.

The adjusters will extend from the
projector.

l Lamp cover
m Security lock

Connects to an optional security cable
(Kensington’s).

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

n Adjuster adjustment buttons

For details, see “How to use the
adjuster” on page 11.

o Adjuster
p Speaker
q Ventilation holes (intake)/air

filter cover

• 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 as it may cause the

air coming out heat build-up.

Adjuster adjustment buttons

2 While pressing the buttons, adjust the

projector to the desired height, and
then release the buttons. For fine
adjustment, turn the adjusters to the
right and the left.

to lower
the
projector

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.
It may be occurred malfunction.

Location and Function of Controls

to raise the
projector

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Control Panel

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VOLUME

INPUT

a I / 1 (on/standby) key

Turns on and off the projector when the
projector is in 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 28.

b MENU key

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

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

Used to select the menu or to make
various adjustments.

d APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

Pressing this key while a signal from a
computer is being input automatically
adjusts the picture so that it can be seen
clearly. This function also
simultaneously adjusts the screen size
and makes up/down and left/right shift
adjustments.

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Note

Press the APA key when the full image is
displayed on the screen. If the projected
image includes a large black area around
the periphery, the APA function will not
function properly and in some cases,
portions of the image may not be
displayed.

• You can cancel the adjustment by
pressing the APA key again while
“Adjusting” appears on the screen.

• The picture may not be adjusted properly
depending on the kinds of input signals.

• Adjust the items “Dot Phase,” “H Size”
and “Shift” in the INPUT SETTING
menu when you adjust the picture
manually.

e RESET key

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

f VOLUME +/– key

Adjusts the volume of the built-in
speakers and output level of the AUDIO
jack.

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

g ENTER key

Enters the settings of items in the menu
system.

h INPUT key

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

t INPUT A t INPUT B t INPUT C t
S VIDEO T VIDEO T INPUT D

The audio signals are common to the
INPUT B, INPUT C, VIDEO and
S-VIDEO.

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Connector Panel

VOLUME

~AC IN

INPUT D OUTPUT

INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C

ETHER

(PLUS IN POWER)

(MONO)

LR

RS-232C IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

RGB AUDIO RGB DVI-D

R/R-Y/Pn G/Y B/B-Y/Ps SYNC/HD VD AUDIO MONITOR AUDIO

AUDIO

ENTERMENU

RESETAPA

CONTROL

REMOTE VIDEO IN

CONTROL S

a INPUT A connectors

Connect to a computer.

• HD D-sub 15-pin, female:
Connect to the monitor output on a
computer using the supplied cable.

• AUDIO (stereo mini-jack): Connects

to the audio output on a computer.

b ETHER (RJ-45)

Connects to the LAN cable when the
network function is in use.

Consult the dealer for connection and
installation.

c RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-

pin, female)

Connects to a computer to operate the
projector from the computer.

d CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN

POWER (DC 5V output) jack

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

e USB connector (USB plug for

upstream, 4-pin)

Connects to the USB connector on a
computer. When you connect the
projector to the computer, you can
control the mouse function with the
supplied Remote Commander.

f Video input connectors

Connect to external video equipment
such as a VCR.

• S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin):

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

• VIDEO (phono type): Connects to

the composite video output of video
equipment.

• AUDIO input L (MONO)/R (phono
type): Connect to the audio output of
equipment. For stereo equipment, use
both the L and R jacks; for monaural
equipment, use the L (MONO) jack
only.

g INPUT B connectors

Connect to a computer.

• HD D-sub 15-pin, female:

Connects to the monitor output on a
computer using the supplied cable.

• AUDIO (stereo mini-jack)/Shared
by INPUT B and C: Connects to the
audio output on a computer.

h INPUT C connector (RGB (DVI))

(DVI-D)

Connects to a computer equipped with
DVI (digital) output connector with a
DVI cable.

i OUTPUT connectors

MONITOR (HD D-sub 15-pin,
female):

Connect to the video input connector on
the monitor. Outputs signals from the
selected channel and computer signals
only from among the signals from the
INPUT A, INPUT B, or INPUT D RGB
connector. This connector does not
output any signals from the INPUT C
connector.

• AUDIO (stereo mini-jack): Connects
to external active speakers. The
volume of the speakers can be
controlled by the VOLUME +/– keys
on the Remote Commander or the
VOLUME +/– keys on the control
panel.

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j INPUT D, 5BNC input

connectors (R/R-Y/P

B, SYNC/HD, VD connectors)

Y/P

R, G/Y, B/B-

(BNC type):

Connect to a high-resolution computer
or VCR where signals are transmitted
long distances; for example, when the
projector has been hung from the
ceiling.
According to the connected equipment,
computer, component (R-Y/Y/B-Y),
HDTV or DTV (DTV GBR, DTV
YP

BPR) signal is selected.

• AUDIO (stereo mini-jack): Connects

to the audio output on a computer.

k AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

Remote Commander

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

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PJ NETWORK

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PROJECTOR

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MUTING

AUDIO

VOLUME

FREEZE

ENTER

RESET/
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FUNCTION

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INPUT

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HELP

LASER

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a I / 1 key
b MUTING keys

Cut off the picture and sound.

• PIC: Cuts off the picture. Press again

to restore the picture.

• AUDIO: Press to temporarily cut off

the audio output from the speaker, and
the output on the AUDIO jack in the
OUTPUT section.
Press again or press the VOLUME +
key to restore the sound.

c INPUT key

d 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.

e HELP key

This function is not provided in this
projector.

f FREEZE key

This key freezes the projected image.
Press again to unfreeze the image.

p D ZOOM +/– key

Enlarges the image at a desired location
on the screen.
+: 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 your requirements.

–: Pressing the – key reduces an image

that has been enlarged with the D
ZOOM + key.

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g LASER key

Emits laser beam from the laser
transmitter when you press this key.

h Joy stick

Functions as a mouse of a computer
connected to the unit.

i Arrow keys (M/m/</,)
j R CLICK key

Functions as a right button on a mouse of
a computer connected to the unit.

k ENTER key
l FUNCTION 1/2/3 keys

This key does not work in the unit.

m Strap holder

Attaches the supplied strap.

n CONTROL S OUT jack (stereo

mini-jack)

Connects to the CONTROL S IN jack on
the projector with the connecting cable
(not supplied) when using the Remote
Commander as a wired one. In this case,
you do not need to install the batteries
since the power is supplied via the
CONTROL S IN jack on the projector.

o RESET/ESCAPE key

Functions as a RESET key.

q L CLICK key

Functions as a left button on a mouse of
a computer connected to the unit.

r MENU/TAB key

Functions as a MENU key.

s APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
t VOLUME +/– keys
u LENS key

This function is not provided in this
projector.

v PJ/NETWORK (Projector/

Network) selector switch

Set this switch to PJ always.

w COMMAND ON/OFF switch

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

x 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.

y Infrared transmitter
z Laser transmitter

Location and Function of Controls

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Battery installation

1 Push and slide to open the lid, then

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

While pressing the lid, slide it.

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

Notes on laser beam

• Do not look into the laser transmitter.

• Do not aim the laser at people.

Notes on Remote Commander
operation

• Make sure that 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 command er can
control the projector.

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B Setting Up and Projecting

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.

Distance between the screen and
the center of the lens

Unit: m (ft)

Screen size
(inches)

Minimum
Distance

Maximum
Distance

40 60 80 100 120 150 200 300

1.5

2.3

2.9

3.0

(10.0)

3.8

(12.5)

(4.9)

1.9

(6.2)

(7.5)

(9.5)

3.8

(12.5)

4.8

(15.7)

4.6

(15.0)

5.8

(19.0)

5.8

(19.0)

7.2

(23.6)

7.7

(25.2)

9.7

(31.7)

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11.6

(37.9)

14.5

(47.6)

Note

For details on ceiling installation, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

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Connecting the Projector

When you connect the projector, make sure to:

• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• Use the proper cables for each connection.

• Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose connections may increase noise and
reduce performance of picture signals. When pulling out a cable, be sure to
pull it out from the plug, not the cable itself.

To connect the projector, refer to the illustrations on the next and the
following pages.

Connecting with 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 15k RGB, VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, SXGA+ and UXGA
(60 Hz) signals. However, we recommend that you set the output mode of your
computer to XGA 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 the external monitor, the picture of the projector may not
appear properly. Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor.

For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions supplied with your
computer.

• This projector is compatible with a DDC2B (Digital Data Channel 2B). If your
computer is compatible with a DDC, turn the projector on according to the following
procedures.

1 Connect the projector to the computer by using the supplied HD D-sub 15-pin cable

or DVI cable.

2 Turn the projector on.
3 Start the computer.

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To connect an IBM PC/AT compatible computer

When you use a wireless mouse

Right side

CONTROL

REMOTE VIDEO IN

ETHER

INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C

RGB AUDIO RGB DVI-D

INPUT D OUTPUT

R/R-Y/Pn G/Y B/B-Y/Ps SYNC/HD VD AUDIO MONITOR AUDIO

CONTROL S

RS-232C IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

(PLUS IN POWER)

AUDIO

LR

(MONO)

DVI cable (not
supplied)

b)

To DVI-D
output

Computer

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USB cable (supplied)
(Connect the USB cable to use a
wireless mouse.)

Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

a) Use a no-resistance cable.
b) Connect a DVI cable to use a DVI equipment.

On the USB function

When connecting the projector to a computer by using the USB cable for the
first time, the computer recognizes the following devices automatically.
USB human interface device (wireless mouse function)

Recommended operating environment

When you use the USB function, connect your computer as illustrated above.
The USB mouse function can be used on a computer that came with Windows
98, Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000 or Windows XP
preinstalled models.

Notes

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

• Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments.

to USB connector

a)

to audio output

to monitor output

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To connect a Macintosh computer

W

To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with video output connector of a
type having two rows of pins, use a commercially available plug adaptor.
When you connect a USB capable Macintosh computer using the USB cable
to the projector, wireless mouse functions become available.

Connecting with a VCR or 15k RGB/Component Equipment

This section describes how to connect the projector to a VCR and 15k RGB/
component equipment.
For more information, refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment you
are connecting.

To connect a VCR

Right side

VIDEO IN

S

S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

ER)

INPUT B INPUT C

LR

(MONO)

-

Audio connecting cable (not sup plied)

Video cable (not supplied) or
S-Video cable (not supplied)

For stereo equipment, use both the L and R jacks.
For monaural equipment, use the L (MONO) jack only.

to video output

to S video

output

to audio
output

VCR

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To connect a 15k RGB/Component equipment

Right side

INPUT D OUTPUT

R/R-Y/Pn G/Y B/B-Y/Ps SYNC/HD VD AUDIO MONITOR AUDIO

BNC cable (not supplied)

a) Use a no-resistance cable.

Notes

• When you connect the unit to 15k RGB or component video equipment, select video
GBR or component with the Input-D Signal Sel. setting in the SET SETTING menu.

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

Stereo audio connecting cable
(not supplied)

a)

to RGB/

component

output

15k RGB/Component equipment

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to audio
output

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Selecting the Menu Language

You can select one of nine languages for displaying the menu and other on­screen displays. The factory setting is English.

Front remote

COMMAND
OFF

PJ NETWORK

LENS

APA

MENU/

TAB

ON

PIC

MUTING

AUDIO

INPUT

D KEYSTONE

VOLUME

HELP

LASER

FREEZE

control detector

I/

APAMENU

RESETENTER

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1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.
2 Press the I / 1 key to turn on the projector.
3 Press the MENU key.

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

PICTURE SETTING

Selecting the Menu Language

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Picture Mode:
Adjust Picture...

Volume: 30

Input A

INPUT

VOLUME

4 Press the M or m key to select the MENU SETTING menu, then press the

, or ENTER key.
The selected menu appears.

Input A

:

:

:

:

A

5 Press the M or m key to select “Language,” then press the , or ENTER

key.

:

:

:

:

Input A

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

key.

7 The menu changes to the selected language.

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To clear the menu

Press the MENU key.
The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute.

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COMMAND

ON

OFF

PIC

PJ NETWORK

MUTING

AUDIO

INPUT

D KEYSTONE

LENS

VOLUME

APA

MENU/

TAB

FREEZE

HELP

LASER

Rear remote control
detector

I/

INPUT

LAMP/

COVER

TEMP/

FAN

VOLUME

POWER
SAVING

APAMENU

RESETENTER

STANDBY

ON/

ON/STANDBY
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1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet, then connect all equipment.

The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into
standby mode.

2 Press the I / 1 key.

The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green.

3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector.
4 Press the INPUT key to select the input source.

To input from Press INPUT to display

Computer connected to the INPUT A connector INPUT A
Computer connected to the INPUT B connector INPUT B
Computer connected to the INPUT C (digital) connector INPUT C
Computer connected to the INPUT D connector INPUT D
Video equipment connected to the VIDEO input

connector

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VIDEO

To input from Press INPUT to display

Video equipment connected to the S VIDEO input
connector

S VIDEO

Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) adjusts the picture of the connected
equipment so that it is projected clearly.

Notes

• If “Auto Input Search” is set to “On”, the projector searches for the signals from
the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input signals
are found.

For details, see “Auto Input Search” in the SET SETTING menu on page 35.

• The smart APA is effective for the input signal from a computer only.

When the projector is connected to a notebook or a computer with a built-in
LCD screen, you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by
pressing key and key (such as .)

Fn

Fx

or

F7

Fx

LCD

VGA

/

Fn

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5 Turn the zoom ring to adjust the size of the picture.
6 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.

Attention

Looking into the lens when projecting may cause injury to your eyes.

To adjust the volume

The volume can be adjusted in the on-screen menu. See “Volume” in the
PICTURE SETTING menu on page 33.

To mute the picture

Press the PIC MUTING key on the Remote Commander. Press again to restore
the picture.

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To control the computer using the supplied Remote Commander

When you connect an IBM PC/AT compatible to the projector by using the
USB cable, you can control the mouse of the computer using the Remote
Commander.
The R/L CLICK keys and joystick function as follows.

Note

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

Key and joystick Function

R CLICK (front) Right button
L CLICK (rear) Left button
Joystick Corresponds with the movements of the mouse

To get the clearest picture

You can adjust picture quality when projecting a signal from the computer.

1 Project a still picture from the computer.
2 Press the APA key.

“Complete!” appears on the screen when the picture is adjusted properly

Notes

• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected
image includes a large black area around the periphery, the APA function will not
function properly and in some cases, portions of the image may not be displayed.

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

• You can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while “ADJUSTING”
appears on the screen.

• The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the kinds of input signals.

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

.

Using the security lock

1 Press the MENU key and then, in the INSTALL SETTING menu, turn on

the security lock setting.

2 Enter the password.

Use the MENU,
password. (The default setting is

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M/m/</,, and ENTER keys to enter the four-digit

“ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”)

Next, the screen for entering the new password is displayed. (Enter the
password at this screen even if you want to keep the current password.)

Enter password key

Use: Cancel: Other key

3 Enter the password again to confirm.

If the password is entered incorrectly, the menu screen displays an
Password

” message.

INSTALL SETTING

V Keystone: 0
Image Flip: Off
Background: Blue
Lamp Mode: Standard
Direct Power On: Off
High Altitude Mode
Security Lock: Off

Invalid Password!

: Off

Input A

X

4 The security lock is completed.

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“Invalid

5 Turn the main power off and disconnect the AC power cord.

The security lock is set to on, then it becomes effective. The screen for entering
the password is displayed when the power is turned on the next time.

Notes

• You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password and the password
administrator is not available. Be please aware that using the security lock can prevent
valid usage in such cases. It is recommended that you make a note of the selected
password.

• Once the security lock is set and the main power is turned off, the screen for entering
the password is displayed when the power is turned on the next time. Enter the
password that was set. If you fail to enter the correct password after three tries, the
projector cannot be used. In this case, press the I / 1 key to turn off the power.

• The security lock will not be set if the correct password is not entered in steps 2 and
3, or a key other than the MENU, arrow keys, and ENTER key is pressed.

• If you call the customer service center because you have forgotten the password, you
will need to be able to verify the projector’s serial number and your identity. (This
process may differ in other countries.) Once your identity has been confirmed, we
will provide you with the password.

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To turn off the power

1 Press the I / 1 key.

“POWER OFF? Please press I / 1 key again.” appears to confirm that you
want to turn off the power.

Note

A message disappears if you press any key except the I / 1 key, or if you do not
press any key for five seconds.

2 Press the I / 1 key again.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run for
about 90 seconds to reduce the internal heat. Also, the ON/STANDBY
indicator flashes quickly for the first 60 seconds. During this time, you will not
be able to light up the ON/STANDBY indicator with the I / 1 key.

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 in a certain condition, you can
turn off the power by holding the I / 1 key for about one second.

Note

The internal circuitry of the Direct Power On/Off function may cause the fan to continue
to operate for a short time even after the I / 1 key is pressed to turn off the power and
the ON/STANDBY indicator changes to red.

Direct Power On/Off function

If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn the power for the entire system on and off,
set the direct power on function to “On”. When you turn off the power, yo u can also just
unplug the power cord without pressing the I / 1 key. The internal circuitry will cause
the fan to automatically operate for a certain time even after the power cord is removed.
However, if the unit has been on for less than 15 minutes, the fan might not begin to turn
as a result of inadequate charging. In that case, follow the procedure for turning off the
power as described in “To turn off the power”.

On air filter

To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter every 1500 hours.
We recommend that you clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp,
even if 1500 hours have not elapsed since the last time the air filter was
cleaned.

Effective Tools for Your Presentation

To enlarge the image (Digital Zoom function)

You can select a point in the image to enlarge. This function works when a
signal from a computer is input.

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1 Press the D ZOOM + key on the Remote Commander.

The digital zoom icon appears the center of the image.

Digital zoom icon

2 Move the icon to the point on the image you want to enlarge. Use the arrow

key (M/m/</,) to move the icon.

3 Press the D ZOOM + key again.

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

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

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To return the image back to its original size

Press the D ZOOM – key.
Just pressing the RESET key returns the image back to its original size
immediately.

To freeze the image projected (Freeze function)

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

To use the Laser Pointer function

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

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B Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu

1 Press the MENU key.

Using the MENU

The projector is equipped with an on-screen
menu for making various adjustments and
settings. The setting items are displayed in a
pop-up menu or in a sub menu. If you select
an item name followed by dots (...), a sub
menu with setting items appear. You can
change the tone of the menu display and the
menu language displayed in the on-screen
menu.

To change the menu language, see
“Selecting the Menu Language” on page 22.

Display items

Input signal indicator

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

SET SETTING

Smart APA:
Auto Input Search:
Input-D Signal Sel:
Color System:
Speaker:
Power Saving:
IR Receiver:
Illumination:

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

then press the , or ENTER key.

The selected menu appears.

3 Select an item.

Video

NTSC 4.43

Input signal setting indicator
Picture adjustment menu

Contrast

Input signal indicator

Shows the selected input channel. is

x

displayed when no signal is input. You can
hide this indicator using “Status” in the
MENU SETTING menu.

Use the M or m key to select the item,
then press the , or ENTER key.
The setting items are displayed in a pop­up menu or in a sub menu.

Pop-up menu

Setting items

Menu

MENU SETTING

Status:
Language:
Menu Position:
Menu Color:

Input A

On
Off
Computer
Auto
On
Off
Front&Rear
On

Selected input
signal

Input A

Input signal setting indicator

For Input D: Shows “Computer”,
“Component” or “Video GBR”.

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Sub menu

Menu Setting items

PICTURE SETTING

ADJUST PICTURE
Contrast: 80

Brightness: 50
RGB Enhancer: 30
Gamma Mode:
Color Temp:

Standard

Graphics
High

Input A

4 Make the setting or adjustment on an

item.

• When changing the adjustment level:
To increase the number, press the

, key.

To decrease the number, press the m
or < key.
Press the ENTER key to restore the
previous screen.

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

To clear the menu

Press the MENU key.
The menu disappears automatically if a key
is not pressed for one minute.

To reset items that have been
adjusted

Press the RESET key on the Remote
Commander.
“Complete!” appears on the screen and the

settings appearing on the screen are reset
to their factory preset values.

Items that can be reset are:

• “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue,”
“Sharpness” and “RGB Enhancer” in the
Adjust Picture... menu.

• “Dot Phase,” “H Size,” and “Shift” in the
Adjust Signal... menu.

About the memory of the settings

The settings are automatically stored in the
projector memory.

If no signal is input

If there is no input signal, “Cannot adjust
this item.” appears on the screen.

About the menu display

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

For details, see “The MENU SETTING
Menu” on page 36.

M or

The PICTURE
SETTING Menu

The PICTURE SETTING menu is used for
adjusting the picture or volume.
Items that cannot be adjusted depending on
the input signal are not displayed in the
menu.

For details on the unadjustable items, see
page 48.

PICTURE SETTING

Picture Mode Standard
Adjust Picture...

Volume: 30

Menu Items

Picture Mode

Selects the picture mode.
Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to

produce a “dynamic” picture.

Standard: Normally select this setting. If

the picture has roughness with the
“Dynamic” setting, this setting reduces
the roughness.

Adjust Picture... Menu Items

The unit can store the setting values of the
following sub menu items for each
“Dynamic” or “Standard” picture mode
separately.

Input A

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Adjust Picture...
When the video signal is input

PICTURE SETTING

ADJUST PICTURE
Contrast: 80

Brightness: 50
Color: 50
Hue: 50
Sharpness: 50
Black Level Adj.:
Color Temp.:
DDE: Film

Standard

Off
Low

Video

Sharpness

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

RGB Enhancer

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.

When the RGB signal is input

Graphics
High

Input A

PICTURE SETTING

ADJUST PICTURE
Contrast: 80

Brightness: 50
RGB Enhancer: 30
Gamma Mode:
Color Temp.:

Standard

Contrast

Adjusts the picture contrast. The higher the
setting, the greater the contrast between a
dark portion and a bright portion of the
picture. The lower the setting, the lower the
contrast.

Brightness

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.

Black Level Adj.

Using black level adjustment results in a
vivid image with clearly defined light and
dark areas. Set the black compensation in
accordance with the image source.

High: Strong black compensation
Low: Weak black compensation
Off: No black compensation

Gamma Mode

Selects a gamma correction curve.
Graphics: Improves the reproduction of

halftones. Photos can be reproduced in
natural tones.

Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable

for images that contain lots of text.

Color Temp.

Adjusts the color temperature.

High: Makes the white color bluish.
Low: Makes the white color reddish.

Hue

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

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DDE (Dynamic Detail Enhancer)

Selects the reproduction format of the input
video signals according to the video sources.

Off: Plays back the video signal in an

interlace format without converting.

Progressive: Converts an interlace format

video signal to a progressive format.

Film: Reproduces the 2-2, 2-3 Pull-Down

film sources with smooth picture
movement. When the video signal with a
format other than the 2-2, 2-3 Pull­Down is input, “Progressive” is
automatically selected.

Volume

Adjusts the volume.

The INPUT SETTING
Menu

The INPUT SETTING menu is used to
adjust the input signal.
Items that cannot be adjusted depending on
the input signal are not displayed in the
menu.

For details on the unadjustable items, see
page 48.

When the video signal is input

INPUT SETTING

Wide Mode: Off

When the RGB signal is input

INPUT SETTING

Adjust Signal...
Scan Converter

Video

Input A

On

Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu

MENU Items

Wide Mode

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

Off: When the picture with ratio 4:3 is input.
On: When the picture with ratio 16:9

(squeezed) is input.

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Adjust Signal... Menu Items

About the Preset Memory No.

Dot Phase

Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and
the signal output from a computer.
Adjust the picture further for finer picture
after the picture is adjusted by pressing the
APA key.
Adjust the picture to where it looks clearest.

H Size

Adjusts the horizontal size of picture output
from a 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 the suitable value for the
preset signals, see page 50.

Shift

Adjusts the position of the picture. 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 the ,
key to adjust the horizontal position and the
M and m key for the vertical position.

Scan Converter

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

Note

When XGA, SXGA, SXGA+ or UXGA signal
is input, this item will not be displayed.

This projector has 46 types of preset data for
input signals (the preset memory). When a
preset signal is input, the projector
automatically detects the signal type and
recalls the data for the signal from the preset
memory to adjust it to an optimum picture.
The memory number and signal type of that
signal are displayed in the INFORMATION
menu (See page 37). You can also adjust the
preset data through the INPUT SETTING
menu.
This projector has 20 types of user memories
into which you can save the setting of the
adjusted data for an unpreset input signal.
When an unpreset signal is input for the first
time, a memory number is displayed as 0.
When you adjust the data of the signal in the
INPUT SETTING menu, it will be
registered to the projector. If more than 20
user memories are registered, the newest
memory always overwrites the oldest one.

See the chart on page 50 to find if the signal
is registered to the preset memory.

Since the data is recalled from the preset
memory about the following signals, you
can use these preset data by adjusting “H
Size.” Make fine adjustment by adjusting
“Shift.”

Signal Memory No. SIZE

Super Mac-2 23 1,312
SGI-1 23 1,320
Macintosh 19" 25 1,328
Macintosh 21" 27 1,456
Sony News 36 1,708
PC-9821

1,280 × 1,024
WS Sunmicro 37 1,664

Note

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

36 1,600

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The SET SETTING
Menu

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

SET SETTING

Smart APA:
Auto Input Search:
Input-D Signal Sel:
Color System:
Speaker:
Power Saving:
IR Receiver:
Illumination:

Menu Items

Smart APA

Activates or deactivates the Smart APA1).
On: Normally select this setting. When a

signal is input from a computer, the APA
functions automatically so that the
picture can be seen clearly. Once the
specified input signal has been adjusted
by the Smart APA, it will not be
readjusted even when the cable is
disconnected and connected again or the
input channel is changed. You can adjust
the picture by pressing APA key on the
Remote Commander even if the Smart
APA set to “On.”

Off: The APA functions when you press the

APA key on the Remote Commander.

1)The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)

automatically adjusts “Dot Phase,” “H Size”
and “Shift” in the INPUT SETTING menu
for the input signal from a computer.

On
Off
Computer
Auto
On
Off
Front&Rear
On

Input A

Auto Input Search

Normally set to “Off.”
When set to “On,” the projector detects input
signals in the following sequence: Input-A/
Input-B/Input-C/Input-D/Video/S-Video. It
indicates the input channel when the power
is turned on or the INPUT key is pressed.

Input-D Signal Sel.

Selects either a computer signal, a
component signal or a video GBR signal
(15k RGB, DTV, HDTV) for the signal that
is input to the INPUT D connector.

Color System

Selects the color system of the input signal.
If you select “Auto,” the projector detects
the color system of the input signal
automatically. If the picture is distorted or
colorless, select the color system according
to the input signal.

Speaker

Set to “Off” to cut off the sound of the
internal speakers. When set to “Off,”
“Speaker: Off” appears on the screen when
you turn on the power.

Power Saving

When set to “On,” the projector goes into
power saving mode if you do not operate the
unit for 10 minutes with no signal input.

IR Receiver

Selects the remote control detectors (IR
receiver) 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.

Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu

Illumination

Selects whether the SONY logo on the top of
the projector lights when the projector is on.
Normally, this setting is “On”. If you want
complete darkness or if the illuminated logo
is a distraction, change this setting to “Off”.

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The MENU SETTING
Menu

The INSTALL
SETTING Menu

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

MENU SETTING

Status: On
Language: English
Menu Position: Center
Menu Color: White

Input A

A

Menu Items

Status (on-screen display)

Sets up the on-screen display.

On: Shows all of the on-screen displays.
Off: Turns off the on-screen displays except

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

Language

Selects the language used in the menu and
on-screen displays. Available languages are:
English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano,
Español, Português, Japanese, Chinese and
Korean.

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
Black or White.

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

INSTALL SETTING

V Keystone: 0
Image Flip: Off
Background: Blue
Lamp Mode: Standard
Direct Power On: Off
High Altitude Mode
Security Lock: Off

: Off

Input A

Menu Items

V Keystone

Corrects the trapezoid caused by the
projection angle. If the base edge is longer,
set a negative value; if the upper edge is
longer, set a positive value to square the
image.

Image Flip

Flips the image on the screen horizontally
and/or vertically.

Off: The image does not flip.
HV: Flips the image horizontally and

vertically.

H: Flips the image horizontally.
V: Flips the image vertically.

Background

Select the background color of the screen
when no signal is input to the projector.
Select Black or Blue.
Normally set to “Blue.”

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Lamp Mode

Sets the lamp brightness in the projection.
High:Illuminates the projected image

brightly.

Standard:Reduces fan noise and power

consumption. The brightness of the
projected image will be lower compared
with the “High” setting.

Direct Power On/Off function

If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn the
power for the entire system on and off, set the
direct power on function to “On”. When you
turn off the power, you can also just unplug the
power cord without pressing the I / 1 key.

High Altitude Mode

Off: Use this setting when using the projector

at normal altitudes.

On: Use this setting when using the projector

at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher.

Security Lock

Turns on the projector’s security lock
function.

Off: Turns off the security lock function.
On: Turns on the security lock function,

which locks the projector once a
password has been set.

For details, see “Using the security
lock” on page 26.

The INFORMATION
Menu

The INFORMATION menu displays the
horizontal and vertical frequencies of the
input signal and the used time of the lamp.

INFORMATION

fH: 48.47 kHz
fV: 60.00 Hz
No.23
1024x768

Lamp Timer: 4 H
IP Address: 192.168. 0. 1
Subnet Mask: 255.255. 0. 0

Menu Items

fH

Displays the horizontal frequency of the
input signal.
The displayed value is approximate.

fV

Displays the vertical frequency of the input
signal.
The displayed value is approximate.

Lamp Timer

Indicates how long the lamp has been turned
on.

Input A

Memory
number of
a input
signal

Signal
type

Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu

IP Adress

Displays the IP address that is set for the
projector.

Subnet Mask

Displays the subnet mask that is set for the
projector.

Note

These only display on the screen. You cannot
alter the display.
For details on the network functions, including

setting the IP address and the subnet mask,
contact your dealer or Sony customer service.

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B Maintenance

Maintenance

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. Use
LMP-P260 Projector Lamp as the
replacement lamp. The lamp life varies
depending on conditions of use.

When replacing the lamp after using
the projector

Turn off the projector, then unplug the
power cord.
Wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool.

Caution

The lamp becomes a high temperature after
turning off the projector with the I / 1 key. If

you touch the lamp, you may scald your
finger. When you replace the lamp, wait for
at least an hour for the lamp to cool.

Notes

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

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

• When removing the lamp, make sure it
remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do
not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp
while tilted and if the lamp is broken, the
pieces may scatter, causing injury.

2 Open the lamp cover by loosening a

screw with the Phillips screwdriver.

Note

For safety sake, do not loosen any other
screws.

3 Loosen the three screws on the lamp

unit with the Phillips screwdriver. Pull
out the lamp unit by the handle.

Handle

1 Place a protective sheet (cloth)

beneath the projector. Turn the
projector over so you can see its
underside.

Note

Be sure that the projector is stable after
turning it over.

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Maintenance

Note

• The screws have washers. Do not
remove the screws, just loosen them.

4 Insert the new lamp all the way in until

it is securely in place. Tighten the
screws. Fold up the handle.

Notes

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

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

5 Close the lamp cover and tighten the

screws.

Note

• Do not tighten the screws too much.
Doing so could damage some of the
internal components of the projector.

Notes

• Be sure to use the LMP-P260 Projector
Lamp for replacement. If you use lamps

other than LMP-P260, the projector may
cause a malfunction.

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

• We recommend that you also clean the air
filter whenever you replace the lamp.

Disposal of the used lamp

As the used lamp contains Mercury, dispose
of the lamp according to local, state or
federal laws.

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 1500
hours.
Remove dust from the outside of the
ventilation holes with a vacuum cleaner.

Maintenance

6 Turn the projector back over.
7 Connect the power cord and turn the

projector to standby mode.

8 Press the following keys on the

control panel in the following
sequence for less than five seconds
each: RESET, <, ,, ENTER.

Caution

• Do not put your hands into the lamp
replacement spot, or not fall any liquid or
object into it to avoid electrical shock or

fire.

When it becomes difficult to remove th e dust
from the filter with a vacuum cleaner,
remove the air filter and wash it.

1 Turn off the power and unplug the

power cord.

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2 Remove the air filter cover.

3 Remove the air filter.

Small filter

holes

Large
filter holes

4 Wash the air filter with a mild

detergent solution and dry it in a
shaded place.

6 Insert the air filter into the four tabs of

the air filter cover, and then attach the
air filter cover to the projector.

Notes

• If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust
may accumulate, clogging it. As a result,
the temperature may rise inside the unit,
leading to a possible malfunction or fire.

• 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 will not be turned on if it is not
closed securely.

• The air filter has a face and a reverse side.
The side of the filter with the larger filter
holes should face the outside.

5 The openings on the bottom of the

projector (A~D) should also be
cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.

D

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Maintenance

A
B

Troubleshooting

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

Power

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The power is not turned on. • The power has been turned off and on with the I / 1 ke y at a short

Both the LAMP/CO VE R
and TEMP/FAN indicators
light up.

Picture

Symptom Cause and Remedy

No picture. • Cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.

The picture is noisy. • Noise may appear on the background depending on the

The picture from INPUT D
connector is colored
strange.

“Please check INPUT-D
setting.” a ppears in spite of
inputting the correct signal
from INPUT D.

interval.
c Wait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power

(see page 28).

• The lamp cover is detached.
c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 38).

• The air filter cover is detached.
c Close the air filter cover securely (see page 39).

• The electrical system breaks down.

c Cons ul t with qualified Sony personnel.

c Check that the proper connections have been made

(see page 18).

• Input selection is incorrect.
c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT key

(see page 24).

• The picture is muting.
c Press the PIC MUTING key to release the muting function

(see page 25).

• The computer signal is not set to output only to an external
monitor.
c Set the computer signal to output only to an extern al monitor

(see page 18).

combination of the numbers of dot input from the connector and
numbers of pixel on the LCD panel.
c Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer.

• Setting for Input-D Signal Sel. in the SET SETTING menu is
incorrect.
c Select Computer, Video GBR or Component for Input-D Signal

Sel. in the SET SETTING menu according to the input signal
(see page 35).

• Setting for Input-D Signal Sel. in the SET SETTING menu is
incorrect.
c Select Computer, Video GBR or Component for Input-D Signal

Sel. in the SET SETTING menu according to the input signal
(see page 35).

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Symptom Cause and Remedy

On-screen display does not
appear.

Color balance is incorrect. • Picture has not been adjusted properly.

The picture is too dark. • Contrast or Brightness has not been adjusted properly.

The picture is not clear. • Picture is out of focus.

The image extends beyond
the screen.

The picture flickers. • Dot Phase in the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted

• Status in the MENU SETTING menu has been set to Off.

c Set Status in the MENU SETTING menu to On (see page 36).

c Adjust the picture (see page 31).

• Projector is set to wrong color system.
c Set Color System in the SET SETTING menu to match the color

system being input (see page 35).

c Adjust the Contrast or Brightness in the PICTURE SETTING

menu properly (see page 32).

• The lamp has burnt or dims.

c Replace the lamp with a new one (see page 38).

c Adjust the focus (see page 25).

• Condensation has occurred on the lens.
c Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on.

• The APA key is pressed although there are black edges around the
image.

c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key.
c Adjust Shift in the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see page

34 ).

properly.
c Adjust Dot Phase in the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see

page 34).

Sound

Symptom Cause and Remedy

No sound. • Cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.

When sound is input
through AUDIO connec tor,
sound comes through one
channel only.

c Check that the proper connections have been made (see page

18).

• The audio connecting cable is incorrect.
c Use a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 19).

• The sound is not adjusted properly.
c Adjust the sound (see page 25).

• The audio is muted.
c Press the AUDIO MUTING key to cancel muting.

• Monaural sound is being input through the AUDIO connector.
c Input stereo sound.

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Remote Commander

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The Remote Commander
does not work.

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

• The Remote Commander batteries are dead.
c Replace with a new battery (see page 16).

• The PJ/NET WORK select switch on the Remote Commander is
set to NETWORK.
c Set the PJ/NETWORK select swit ch to PJ, then press the

MENU key.

Others

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The LAMP/COVER
indicator flashes.

The LAMP/COVER
indicator lights up.

The TEMP/FAN indicator
flashes.

The TEMP/FAN indicator
lights up.

Both the LAMP/CO VE R
and TEMP/F AN indicators
light up.

• The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached.
c Attach the cover securely (see page 38).

• The lamp has reached the end of its life.
c Replace the lamp (see page 38).

• The lamp becomes a high temperature.
c Wait for 90 seconds to cool down the lamp and turn on the

power again (see page 28).

• The fan is broken.
c Cons ul t with qualified Sony personnel.

• The internal temperature is unusually high.
c Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.

• The electrical system breaks down.
c Cons ul t with qualified Sony personnel.

Maintenance

Warning Messages

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

Message Meaning and Remedy

High temp.!
Lamp off in 1 min.

Frequency is out of range! • This input signal cannot be projected a s th e frequency is out of the

Please check INPUT-D
setting.

Please replace the LAMP. • It is time to replace the lamp.

• Internal temperature is too high.

c Turn off the power.
c Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.

acceptable range of the projector.
c Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency.

• The resolution setting of the output signal of a computer is too
high.
c Set the setting of output to XGA (see page 18).

• You have input RGB signal from the computer when Input-D
Signal Sel. in the SET SETTING menu is set to Component.

c Set Input-D Signal Sel. correctly (see page 35).

c Replace the lamp.

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Caution Messages

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

Message Meaning and Remedy

No Input • No input signal

Not applicable! • You have pressed the wrong key.

c Check connections (see page 18).

c Press the appropriate key.

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B Other

Specifications

Optical characteristics

Projection system

LCD panel 0.99-inch TFT SONY LCD panel

Lens 1.3 times zoom lens

Lamp 265 W UHP
Projection picture size

Light output ANSI lumen

Throwing distance (Floor Installation)

1) ANSI lumen is a measuring method of
American National Standard IT 7.228.

Electrical characteristics

Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/

Resolution 750 horizontal TV lines (Video

Acceptable computer signals

3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection

system

with micro-lens array (VPL­PX40), 0.99-inch TFT Sony
LCD Panel (VPL-PX35)
2,359,296 pixels (1,024 × 768
pixels × 3)

f 37.6 to 48.8 mm/F 1.7 to 2.3

Range: 40 to 300 inches (diagonal

measure)

(VPL-PX40)

ANSI lumen

(VPL-PX35)

40-inches: 1.5 to 1.9 m

(4.9 to 6.2 feet)

60-inches: 2.3 to 2.9 m

(7.5 to 9.5 feet)

80-inches: 3.0 to 3.8 m

(10.0 to 12.5 feet)

100-inches: 3.8 to 4.8 m

(12.5 to 15.7 feet)

120-inches: 4.6 to 5.8 m

(15.0 to 19.0 feet)

150-inches: 5.8 to 7.2 m

(19.0 to 23.6 feet)

200-inches: 7.7 to 9.7 m

(25.2 to 31.7 feet)

300-inches: 11.6 to 14.5 m

(37.9 to 47.6 feet)

NTSC
system, switched automatically/
manually

input)
1,024 × 768 dots (RGB input)

fH: 19 to 92 kHz
fV: 48 to 92 Hz

1)

3,500 lm

1)

2,600 lm

4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N

(Maximum input resolution
signals: UXGA 1,600 × 1,200

Compatible video signal

Speaker Stereo speakers system, 40 × 70

fH: 75kHz, fV: 60Hz)

15k RGB 50/60Hz,
Progressive Component 50/60Hz

DTV (480/60I, 575/50I, 1,080/
60I, 480/60P, 575/50P, 1,080/
50I, 720/60P, 720/50P, 540/
60P), Composite video, Y/C
video

mm

1

(1

/8 inches) diameter,

max. 2 W × 2

Input/Output

Video input VIDEO: phono type

INPUT A Analog RGB: HD D-sub15-pin

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

S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin

type (male)
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)

AUDIO: Phono type × 2

500 mVrms, impedance more
than 47 kilohms

(female)
R: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
G with sync: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB sync
negative (75 ohms terminated)
B: 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

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INPUT B Analog RGB: HD D-sub15-pin

(female)
R: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
G with sync: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB sync
negative (75 ohms terminated)
B: 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
(shared by INPUT B and C)
500 mVrms, impedance more
than 47 kilohms

INPUT C Digital RGB: DVI-D (TM-DS)

AUDIO: Stereo minijack

(shared by INPUT B and C)
500 mVrms, impedance more
than 47 kilohms

INPUT D Analog RGB/component: 5BNC

(female)
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

OUTPUT MONITOR OUT: HD D-sub

15-pin (female)

R, G, B: Gain Unity

: 75 ohms

SYNC/HD,VD: 4 Vp-p (open),

1 Vp-p (75 ohms)

*DIGITAL RGB signal is not

output from MONITOR OUT
terminal.

AUDIO OUT (variable out):

Stereo minijack
max. 1 Vrms, When an input
signal is 500 mVrms,

USB Up (female) × 1
REMOTE RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin
CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN
POWER Stereo minijack
ETHER RJ-45: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Safety regulations

impedance less than 5 kilohms

UL60950, cUL (CSA No. 60950),

FCC Class A, IC Class A,
NEMKO (EN60950), CE
(LVD, EMC), C-Tick

Laser

Laser type Class 2
Wavelength 645 nm
Output 1 mW

General

Dimensions 420 × 115 × 316 mm

Mass Approx. 7.5 kg (16 lb 2 oz)
Power requirements

Power consumption

Heat dissipation

Operating temperature

Operating humidity

Storage temperature

Storage humidity

Supplied accessories

5

(16

/8 × 4 5/8 × 12 1/2 inches)

(w/h/d) (without the projection
parts)

AC 100 to 240 V, 1.9–0.8A,

50/60 Hz

Max. 365 W

in standby mode: 6W (when
network function is operating)

1,246 BTU

0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)

35% to 85% (no condensation)

–20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F)

10% to 90%

Remote Commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
HD D-sub 15-pin cable (2 m) (1)

(1-791-992-31)

USB cable A type - B type (1)

(1-790-081-31)

Lens cap (1)

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Specifications

AC power cord (1)
Air filter (for replacement) (one

pair of filters)
Operating Instructions (1)
Instalation Manual for Dealers (1)
Warranty Card (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

Optional accessories

Projector Lamp

LMP-P260

Projector Suspension Support

PSS-610

Monitor Cable

SMF400 (HD D-sub 15-pin (male)

Signal Interface Cable

SIC10 (5 × BNC (male) y 5 ×

Projection Lense
Long focus zoom lens VPLL-ZM102

Projection screen size

Projection distance

Maximum external dimensions

Weight

Fixed short focus lens VPLL-FM22

Projection screen size

Projection distance

Maximum external dimensions

Weight

Short focus zoom lens VPLL-ZM32

Projection screen size

(for replacement)

y 5 × BNC (male))

BNC (male))

F = 2.0 to 2.6

f = 69 to 102 mm

Manual focus/zoom

40 to 300 inches

100 inches: 6.8 to 10 m

200 inches: 14 to 20 m

300 inches: 21 to 30 m

88 × 88 × 198 mm (W x H x D)

1500 g

(for rear projection (Optical

Axis Angle: 0 degree))

F = 2.0

f = 18 mm

Manual focus

40 to 300 inches

100 inches: 1.8 m

200 inches: 3.6 m

300 inches: 5.4 m

88 × 88 × 169 mm (W x H x D)

950 g

F = 1.7 to 2.0

f = 29.7 to 33.9 mm

Manual focus/zoom

40 to 300 inches

Projection distance

100 inches: 3.0 to 3.3 m
200 inches: 6.1 to 6.7 m
300 inches: 9.2 to 10.0 m

Maximum external dimensions

88 × 88 × 159 mm (W x H x D)

Weight

1000 g

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

Pin assignment

INPUT A, B connectors
RGB input connector (HD D-sub 15­pin, female)

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

RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin,
female)

1DCD 6DSR
2RXDA 7RTS
3TXDA 8CTS
4DTR 9RI
5GND

Other

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Input C connector
DVI connector (DVI-D, female)

1 T.M.D.S.

–

Data2

2 T.M.D.S.

+

Data2

14 +5 V Power

15 Ground

(return for
+5 V, HSync,
and Vsync)

3 T.M.D.S.

Data2/4

16 Hot Plug

Detect

Shield

4 T.M.D.S.

–

Data4

5 T.M.D.S.

+

Data4

17 T.M.D.S.

Data0

18 T.M.D.S.

Data0 +

6 DDC Clock 19 T.M.D.S.

Data0/5
Shield

7 DDC Data 20 T.M.D.S.

Data5

8 Analog

Vertical Sync

9 T.M.D.S.

–

Data1

10 T.M.D.S.

+

Data1

11 T.M.D.S.

Data1/3

21 T.M.D.S.

Data5 +

22 T.M.D.S.

Clock Shield

23 T.M.D.S.

Clock +

24 T.M.D.S.

Clock

Shield

12 T.M.D.S.

–

Data3

13 T.M.D.S.

Data3 +

Input signals and adjustable/
setting items

PICTURE SETTING menu

Item Input signal

Video or S
video (Y/C)

Contrast
Brightness
Color

Hue

–

Sharpness
RGB

Enhancer
Black com-

pensation
Gamma

Mode

–

Color
Temp

VOLUME
DDE

zzzz
zzzz
z

(excluding
monochrome
signal)

z (NTSC

3.58/4.43
only)
(excluding
monochrome
signal)

zzz

–––

zzz–

–––

zzzz

zzzz
z

Com­ponent

zz

zz

z (480/

60i, 575/
50i)

Video
GBR

z

(480/
60i,
575/
50i)

Com­puter

–

–

–

z

z

–

z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set

–

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INPUT SETTING menu

Item Input signal

Video

Com-

or S

ponent
video
(Y/C)

Dot Phase – – –
H Size – z

Shift – z

Scan Conv – – –

Wide
Mode

zz z

(for
other than
a 15 kHz
signal)

(for
other than
a 15 kHz
signal)

z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set

Video
GBR

z

(for
other than
a 15 kHz
signal)

z

(for
other than
a 15 kHz
signal)

Com­puter

z
z

z

z

(lower
than
SVGA)

–

Other

Specifications

49

GB

Preset signals

Memory
No.

1 Video 60 Hz 15.734 59.940 H-neg, V-neg
2 Video 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 H-neg, V-neg
3 15k RGB/Component 60 Hz 15.734 59.940
4 15k RGB/Component 50 Hz 15.625 50.000
5 HDTV 33.750 60.000
6* 640 × 350 VGA mode 1 31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-ne g 800
7* VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg 832
8* 640 × 400 PC-9801 Normal 24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg 848
9* VGA mode 2 31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos 800
10* VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos 832
11* 640 × 480 VGA mode 3 31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg 800
12* Macintosh 13" 35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg 864
13* VGA VESA 72 Hz 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg 832
14* VGA VESA 75 Hz 37.500 75.000 H-neg, V-neg 840
15* VGA VESA 85 Hz 43.269 85.008 H-neg, V-neg 832
16* 800 × 600 SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos 1,024
17* SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos 1,056
18* SVGA VESA 72 Hz 48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos 1,040
19* SVGA VESA 75 Hz 46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1,056
20* SVGA VESA 85 Hz 53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos 1,048
21* 832 × 624 Macintosh 16" 49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg 1,152
22* 1,024 × 768 XGA VESA 43 Hz 35.524 86.958 H-pos, V-pos 1,264
23* XGA VESA 60 Hz 48.363 60.004 H-neg, V-neg 1,344
24* XGA VESA 70 Hz 56.476 69.955 H-neg, V-neg 1,328
25* XGA VESA 75 Hz 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos 1,312
26* XGA VESA 85 Hz 68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos 1,376
27* 1,152 × 864 SXGA VESA 70 Hz 63.995 70.019 H-pos, V-pos 1,472
28 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 67.500 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1,600
29 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 77.487 85.057 H-pos, V-pos 1,568
30* 1,152 × 900 Sunmicro LO 61.795 65.960 H-neg, V-neg 1,504
31 Sunmicro HI 71.713 76.047 Composite sync 1,472
32* 1,280 × 960 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos 1,800
33 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 75.000 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1,728

Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync SIZE

S on G/Y
or
Composite sync

GB

50

Specifications

Memory

Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync SIZE

No.

34* 1,280 × 1,024 SXGA VESA 43 Hz 46.433 86.872 H-pos, V-pos 1,696
35 SGI-5 53.316 50.062 S on G 1,680
36* SXGA VESA 60 Hz 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos 1,696
37 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 79.976 75.025 H-pos, V-pos 1,688
38 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 91.146 85.024 H-pos, V-pos 1,728
39 1,600 × 1,200 UXGA VESA 60 Hz 75.000 60.000
43 480/60P 480/60P

31.470 60.000 S on G
(Double frequency
NTSC)

44 575/50P 575/50P

31.250 50.000 S on G
(Double frequency
PAL)

45 1,080/50I 1,080/50I 28.130 50.000

47 720/60P 720/60P 45.000 60.000
48 720/50P 720/50P 37.500 50.000
50 540/60P 540/60P 33.750 60.000
52 1,400 × 1,050 SXGA+ 63.981 60.020 H-neg, V-neg 1,688

* Digital input is supported for the signals marked with an asterisk. Those signals from No. 6 to No.

39 that are not marked with an asterisk are automatically output in accordan ce with the projector
specifications.

Notes

• Memory numbers 22 and 34 are interlace signals.

• When an SXGA+ signal is input, the image may extend beyond the edge of the
screen. In this event, input a signal in which the image is not surrounded by a black
area, and then unplug and then plug back in the connecting cable, or else press the
INPUT key and select the input signal again.

• Set the signal resolution and frequency of the connected computer so that they are
within the preset signal range.

Other

Specifications

51

GB

Warning on power connection

Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.

The United States,
Canada

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
Safety approval UL/CSA UL/CSA VDE VDE VDE DENAN
Cord length (max.)

10A/125V 10A/125V 10A/250V 10A/250V 10A/250V 7A/125V

1

4.5 m (177

1)

Use the correct plug for your country.

/4 inches)

Continental Europe UK, Ireland,

Australia, New
Zealand

1)

–

–

Japan

YP332

GB

52

Specifications

Index

A

Adjuster ....................... ...11

Adjusting

memory of the settings 31

the picture .............26, 31

the picture size/shift ....34

Air filter ..........................39

APA (Auto Pixel

Alignment) key .......12

Auto Input Search ...........35

B

Background ....................36

Battery installation .........16

Black compensation .......32

Brightness .................... ...32

C

Color ..................... ..........32

Color System ..................35

Color Temp. ...................32

Connections

component equipment 20

computer ..................... 18

VCR ........................... .20

Contrast ..........................32

D

D KEYSTONE key ........15

DDE (Dynamic Detail

Enhancer) ................3 3

Digital Zoom function ....28

Direct Power On .............37

Dot Phase ........................34

F

fH (Horizontal Frequency)

................................37

fV (Vertical Frequency)

................................37

G

Gamma Mode .................32

H

H Size ................ .............34

Hue ........................ .........32

I

Illumination .................... 35

Image Flip ......................36

INPUT A connector .......13

INPUT B connector .......13

INPUT C connector .......13

INPUT D connector .......14

INPUT SETTING Menu 33

Input-D Signal Sel. .........35

INSTALL SETTING Menu

.......................... ......36

Installation examples ......17

notes .............................7

unsuitable conditions ....8

unsuitable installation ...7

IR Receiver ....................35

L

Lamp Mode ....................37

Lamp replacement ..........38

Lamp Timer ....................37

Language ........................36

Location and function of

controls

connector panel ..........13

control panel ...............12

front/left side .......... .. ..10

rear/right side/bottom

............................10

M

Menu

clearing the menu display

............................31

INFORMATION menu

.............................37

INPUT SETTING menu

.............................33

INSTALL SETTING

menu ...................36

MENU SETTING menu

............................36

PICTURE SETTING

menu ...................31

SET SETTING menu .35

Menu Color ....................36

Menu Position ................36

Message

caution ....................... .44

warning ...................... .43

O

Optional accessories .......47

OUTPUT connectors .....13

P

Picture Mode ..................31

PICTURE SETTING Menu

.................................31

Pin assignment ...............47

Power

Turn on .......................24

Power Saving ...........10, 35

Precautions .......................6

Projecting ...................... .24

R

Remote Commander ......14

Remote control detector

front ......................... ...10

rear .............................10

Reset

resettable items ...........31

resetting the item ........31

RGB Enhancer ...............32

S

Scan Converter ...............34

Screen size ...............17, 45

Security Lock ........ .. .......37

Selecting the Menu

Language ................22

SET SETTING Menu ....35

Sharpness ....................... 32

Shift ....................... ......... 34

Smart APA .....................35

Speaker .......................... .35

Specifications ................ . 45

Status ....................... ....... 36

Supplied accessories ......46

T

To use the Laser Pointer

function ...................29

Troubleshooting .............41

Other

Index

53

GB

U

USB connector ...............19

Using the MENU .. .........30

V

V Keystone .....................36

Ventilation holes

exhaust .................... ....10

intake ...................... ....11

Volume .................... .......33

W

Wide Mode .....................33

GB

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Index