Sony VPL-S900E, VPL-S900M Operating Instruction

VPL-S900U/S900E/S900M

3-865-933-12 (1)

LCD Data Projector

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

VPL-S900U VPL-S900E VPL-S900M

 1998 by Sony Corporation

English

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 SHINAGAWA-KU,TOKYO,JAPAN

MANUFACTURED;

CAUTION

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 VPL-S900E/S900M

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 NIGHT IN DEN STRAHL BLICKEN LASER KLASSE 2

MAX OUTPUT:1mW WAVE LENGTH:645nm

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

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

For the customers of VPL-S900U

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

AVOID EXPOSURE

RADIATION IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE.

LASER

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.

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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 mulfunction, consult with qualified Sony personnel. We change the Remote Commander as new one according to the guarantee.

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

IMPORTANT

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

Green-and-Yellow: Earth Blue: Neutral

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

Voor de klanten in Nederland

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

The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment

and be easily accessible.

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Table of Contents

Overview

Setting up and projecting

Precautions ................................................................6 (EN)

Features...................................................................... 8 (EN)

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

Front .......................................................................... 9 (EN)

Rear ......................................................................... 13 (EN)

Remote Commander ............................................... 15 (EN)

Installing the Projector............................................ 17 (EN)

Connecting ............................................................... 18 (EN)

Connecting with a Computer .................................. 18 (EN)

Connecting with a VCR, 15k RGB/Component

Equipment .......................................................... 20 (EN)

Using the RGB IN/OUT connector on INPUT B as a

monitor output connector ................................... 21 (EN)

Projecting .................................................................22 (EN)

English

Adjustments and settings using the menu

Using the MENU....................................................... 25 (EN)

The PICTURE CTRL Menu ......................................26 (EN)

The INPUT SETTING Menu ..................................... 28 (EN)

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

Installation

Installation Examples .............................................. 33 (EN)

Floor Installation ..................................................... 33 (EN)

Ceiling Installation .................................................. 34 (EN)

Unsuitable Installation ............................................ 35 (EN)

Notes on Installation ............................................... 36 (EN)

Maintenance

Maintenance ............................................................. 37 (EN)

Note on the Time to Replace the Lamp .................. 37 (EN)

Cleaning the Air Filter ............................................ 37 (EN)

Troubleshooting ...................................................... 38 (EN)

Other

Specifications .......................................................... 40 (EN)

Index ......................................................................... 46 (EN)

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Precautions

On safety

• Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified 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 or not look into the laser transmitter.

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

• When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, the Sony PSS-600 Projector Suspension Support must be used for installation.

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

After you turn off the power with the I / 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) at 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.

key on the Remote Commander

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On cleaning

On repacking

Overview

• 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.

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

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Features

High brightness, high picture quality

• High brightness

The LCD panel with higher aperture ratio and the 120 W UHP lamp allow high brightness (light output 1100 ANSI lumen) and excellent uniformity on the picture.

• High resolution

By adopting three 1.3-inch, about 480,000-pixel SVGA panels, this

projector offers resolution of 800 × 600 dots for RGB input and 600

horizontal TV lines for video input.

Simple setup

• Sony original APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) function

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

• Simple setup with external equipment

This projector has 38 kinds of preset data for input signals. You can get a suitable picture by connecting an equipment with supplied cable and pressing the APA key.

Easy presentation

Accepts various input signals

• Remote Commander with mouse control and laser pointer functions

You can operate a computer with the Remote Commander since the unit has a build-in mouse receiver. For your presentation, you can use the laser pointer built in the Remote Commander as well.

• High portability

This projector has come to miniaturized to 5.9 kg (13 lb) of mass and

12 cm (4

/4 inches) of height. With such a feature, a carrying handle and a front cover to keep the Remote Commander contribute to a convenient carrying.

• Scan converter loaded

This projector has a build-in scan converter which converts the input

signal within 800 × 600 dots.

• Compatible input signals

This projector accepts video signals of the composite, S video, and

component as well as the 15 k RGB, VGA

, SVGA1) XGA1), and SXGA

signals, which all can be displayed.

• Compatible with five color systems

NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43

, or PAL-M color system can be

selected automatically or manually.

Note on the VPL-S900E model

The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for video composite input.

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1) VGA, SVGA, XGA, and SXGA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation,

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U.S.A.

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

Location and Function of Controls

Front

!£!¢!∞

1 Front cover

Installs the Remote Commander in the back of the front cover.

2 Front adjuster button

3 Lens

Remove the front cover and the lens cap before projection.

4 Focus ring

Adjusts the picture focus.

5 Ventilation holes (bottom / intake)

6 Zoom ring

Adjusts the size of the picture.

7 Front adjuster

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

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

8 Front remote control detector

9 Ventilation holes (exhaust)

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.

!º Lamp cover (bottom)

!¡ Carrying handle

Used for carrying the projector.

!™ Security lock

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

The security lock corresponds to Kensington’s MicroSaver Security System. If you have any comment, contact

Kensington 2853 Campus Drive, San Mates, CA 94403 U.S.A. Tel: 800-535-4242: extension 3348 Home page address: http://www.kensington.com/

!¡ !™

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Location and Function of Controls

!£ Speakers

!¢ Control panel

For details, see “Control panel” on page 11 (EN).

!∞ Lens hood

How to use the carrying handle

Pull up the handle from the projector for carrying.

How to attach the front cover

Attach the front cover on the front cabinet by stretching out both right and left sides on the front cover.

How to remove the front cover

Remove the front cover from the front cabinet by stretching out both right and left sides on the front cover.

How to install the Remote Commander in the front cover

Install the Remote Commander in the back of the front cover and fix it with the velcro tapes. When housing the Remote Commander, make sure that the infrared transmitter faces outside and rear faces upwards.

Notes

• Do not plug or turn on the projector when the front cover is attached.

• Do not hold the front cover when you carry the projector.

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Note

Set the COMMAND ON/OFF switch on the Remote Commander to OFF before installing the Remote Commander.

How to use the adjusters

While lifting the projector, adjust the height so that the projector becomes level. There are one adjuster at the front and two at the rear of the projector.

As for the front adjuster, press the front adjuster button while lifting the projector to adjust the height. Turn the front adjuster for fine adjustment.

Front adjuster button

Control panel

As for the rear adjusters, turn them for adjustment.

To lower

the projector

Notes

•

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

To raise the projector

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

• Do not force the rear adjusters when you turn them. Using too much force may result in damage.

!¡

LIGHT

PATTERN

APA

I / u (

on / standby) key

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

When turning off the power, press the 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 24 (EN).

2 INPUT key

Selects the input signal. Each time you press the key, the input signal switches as follows (When the RGB IN/OUT select switch is set to OUT, you cannot select INPUT B.):

RESET

I / u

key

VOLUME

–

POWER SAVINGSTANDBYTEMP/FANLAMP/COVER

I / u

INPUT

ENTER

n VIDEO/AUDIO IN n S VIDEO/AUDIO IN

INPUT B N INPUT A N

Note on the VPL-S900E model

The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks.

3 MENU key

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

4 Arrow keys (V/v/B/b)

Used to select the menu or to make various adjustments.

(Continued)

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Location and Function of Controls

5 ENTER key

Enters the settings of items in the menu system.

6 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.

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7 APA

Adjusts a picture to be projected clearest automatically while a signal from the computer is input.

8 PATTERN key

Displays an H pattern on the screen for focus, zoom adjustments. Press again to clear the pattern.

9 VOLUME +/– keys

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

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

!º LIGHT key

Lights the back lighting (orange) for the keys on the control panel when the power is turned on. Press again to turn off the back lighting.

Auto Pixel Alignment) key

!¡ Indicators

ON: Lights in green when the power is turned on.

Flashes in green while the cooling fan runs after turning off the power with the runs for about 90 seconds after turning off the power. The ON indicator flashes quickly for the first 30 seconds. During this time, you cannot turn the power back

I / u

on with the

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. In the power saving mode, any key does not function for the first 30 seconds. The power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key is pressed.

STANDBY: Lights in red when the AC power cord

is plugged into the wall outlet. Once in the standby mode, you can turn on the projector with the Commander or on the control panel.

key.

I / u

key on the Remote

I / u

key. The fan

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.

LAMP/COVER: Lights up or flashes under the

following conditions:

• Lights up when the lamp has reached the end of its life.

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

For details on the LAMP/COVER and the TEMP/FAN indicators, see page 39 (EN).

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Rear

The illustration above is the VPL-S900U/M model.

1 Rear remote control detector

2 AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

INPUT A

MOUSE AUDIO

(MONO)

VIDEO L

CONTROL S IN

AUDIO IN

PLUG IN POWER

INPUT B

MOUSE AUDIO

IN/OUT

OUT

3 Rear adjusters

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

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

4 Connector panel

For details, see page 14 (EN).

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Location and Function of Controls

Connector panel

Rear

The illustration above is the VPL-S900U/M model.

1 VIDEO IN jacks

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 a video equipment.

VIDEO (phono type): Connects to the composite

video output of video equipment.

2 AUDIO IN L (MONO)/R jacks (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.

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

MOUSE AUDIO

VIDEO L

INPUT A

AUDIO IN

(MONO)

CONTROL S IN

PLUG IN POWER

INPUT B

MOUSE AUDIO

IN/OUT

OUT

5 6

RGB input (INPUT A) / RGB IN/OUT (INPUT B)

(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 optional cable.

As for the RGB IN/OUT connector on INPUT B, you can use it as an output connecor with the RGB IN/OUT select switch. This connector outputs the signal which input through the RGB input connector on INPUT A.

3 AUDIO OUT jack (stereo minijack)

Connects to external active speakers. The volume of the speakers can be controled by the VOLUME keys on the Remote Commander or the control panel.

4 INPUT A/INPUT B connectors

Connect to external equipment such as a computer. You can control the mouse signal with the Remote Commander.

MOUSE (13-pin): Connects to the mouse port on a

computer to control the mouse function using the supplied mouse cable.

AUDIO (stereo minijack): Connects to the audio

output on a computer to input the audio signal.

5 RGB IN/OUT select switch

Switches the input/output of the RGB IN/OUT connector on INPUT B.

IN: Functions as an input connector. OUT: Functions as an output connector. The RGB

IN/OUT connector outputs the signal which input through the RGB input connector on INPUT A. The MOUSE connector and AUDIO jack on INPUT B do not function at this time.

6 CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER jack

(DC 5 V output, stereo minijack)

Connects to the CONTROL S OUT jack on the supplied Remote Commander with the stereo connecting cable (not supplied) when using it as a wired Remote Commander. You do not need to install the batteries since the power is supplied via this jack. Batteries are required when you use the laser pointer function.

Note on the VPL-S900E model

The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for the VIDEO IN 1 and AUDIO IN 2 jacks.

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Remote Commander

The Remote Commander can be used as a wireless or wired Remote Commander. The keys which have the same names as on the control panel function identically. You can control a connected computer using the Remote Commander.

Front Rear

!§ !∞

!¢ !£

!™

!¶ !•

COMMAND

MUTING

PICTUREAUDIO

APA

I / u

ONOFF

INPUT

1 2

LASER

3 4

!¡

ENTER

RESET

R CLICK

VOLUME

–

For details, see “Connecting with a Computer” on page 18 (EN).

Notes on laser beam

• Do not look into the laser transmitter.

• Do not aim the laser at people.

!ª

9, 0

I / u

key

6 R CLICK key

Functions as a right button on a mouse. When

2 INPUT key

connected to a Macintosh

computer, the R CLICK

key functions as a mouse button.

3 LASER key

Emits laser beam from the laser transmitter when you

7 RESET key

press this key.

8 VOLUME +/– keys

4 Joy stick

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

9 Strap holder

Attaches the supplied strap.

5 Arrow keys (V/v/B/b)

(Continued)

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

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Location and Function of Controls

!º CONTROL S OUT jack (stereo minijack)

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.

!¡ ENTER key

!™ MENU key

!£ APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

!¢ MUTING keys

Cut off the picture and sound.

PICTURE: Cuts off the picture. Press again to

restore the picture.

AUDIO: Cuts off the sound from speakers and

AUDIO OUT jack. Press again or press the VOLUME + key to restore the sound.

!∞ COMMAND ON/OFF switch

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

2 Install the two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied)

with the correct polarity.

Be sure to install the battery from the ’ side.

3 Replace the lid.

Notes on batteries

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

• Do not mix 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 the battery compartment dry and replace the batteries with new ones.

!§ 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.

!¶ Infrared transmitter

!• Laser transmitter

!ª L CLICK key

Functions as a left button on a mouse. When connected to a Macintosh computer, the L CLICK key functions as a mouse button.

Battery installation

1 Push and slide to open the lid.

Notes on wireless 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.

• The remote control detectors on the projector do not function when the connecting cable (not supplied) is connected to the projector. When using the Remote Commander as a wireless Remote Commander, remove the connecting cable from both the Remote Commander and the projector.

Note on wired Remote Commander operation

The laser pointer function does not work when you use the Remote Commander as a wired one without batteries.

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Installing the Projector

This section describes the installation arrangements for installing the projector on a table. For ceiling installation, consult with qualified Sony personnel (see page 34 (EN)).

Horizontal center of the screen

Setting up and projecting

Adjust the vertical and horizontal positioning of the projector.

Vertical positioning (side view)

Screen

Adjust the height of the projector so that the center of the lens is just above the bottom edge of the screen.

Horizontal positioning (top view)

Screen

The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the screen. Use the following table as a guide.

The following table shows the projection distance when the SVGA signal (horizontal 800 × vertical 600 dots) is input.

• When XGA/SXGA signal is input, the projection distance becomes shorter by 1.6%.

• When the Macintosh 16-inch mode or HDTV signal is input, the projection distance becomes shorter by 4%.

Center of the lens

57.5 mm (2 3/8

inches)

Center of the unit

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

Note

Install the projector to be level. Avoid followings which may cause malfunction.

• The projector topples over on its side.

• The projector titles more than 20 degrees.

20 degrees

Unit: m (feet)

Screen size (inches) 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

Distance

Minimum 1.6 (5.2) 2.4 (7.9) 3.2 (10.6) 4.1 (13.4) 4.9 (16.1) 6.2 (20.2) 7.4 (24.3) 8.2 (27.0) 10.3 (33.9) 12.4 (40.7)

Maximum 2.0 (6.6) 3.0 (10.0) 4.1 (13.4) 5.1 (16.8) 6.2 (20.3) 7.8 (25.4) 9.3 (30.5) 10.4 (34.0) 13.0 (42.6) 15.6 (51.1)

For detailed information on installation measurements, see page 33 (EN).

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Connecting

Note on the VPL-S900E model

The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks.

Connecting with a Computer

This section describes how to connect the projector with a computer. For details on how to connect VCR or other equipment, see page 20 (EN).

When the projector is connected to a computer, you can control the mouse of a computer by the Remote Commander. The R/L CLICK keys and joy stick function as follows.

Note

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

Key and joy stick

IBM PC/AT compatible, Serial

R CLICK (front) Right button Mouse button

L CLICK (rear) Left button Mouse button

Joy stick Corresponds with the movements of the mouse

a) IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines

Corporation, U.S.A.

Function

Macintosh

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

Notes

• This unit accepts the VGA, SVGA, XGA, and SXGA signals. However, we recommend you to set the output mode of your computer to the SVGA mode for the external monitor. (For Macintosh computer, set the output mode to 16-inch mode.)

• If you set your computer, such as a notebook type IBM PC/AT compatible, to output the signal to both the display of your computer and the external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may not appear properly. In such cases, set the output mode of your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor.

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

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When making connections, be sure to:

• turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• use the proper cables for each connection.

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

Notes

• Connect all the connecting cables to the INPUT A connector when you input a signal from the INPUT A connector. Connect all the cables to the INPUT B connector when you input a signal from the INPUT B connector as well.

• When connecting to INPUT B, make sure that the RGB IN/OUT select switch is set to IN.

• Supplied mouse cable may not work properly according to your computer.

When connecting with an IBM PC/AT compatible computer

SIC-S21 Mouse cable for serial port (supplied)

to serial port

to INPUT A or INPUT B

SIC-S22 Mouse cable for PS/2 port (supplied)

Rear

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

INPUT A

MOUSE AUDIO

VIDEO L

CONTROL S IN

AUDIO IN

(MONO)

PLUG IN POWER

INPUT B

MOUSE AUDIO

IN/OUT

Set this switch to IN.

OUT

Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

SMF-401 HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

When connecting with a Macintosh computer

For details on the DIP switch setting of the adapter, see page 43 (EN).

to INPUT A or

Rear

S VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

MOUSE AUDIO

VIDEO IN

INPUT A

VIDEO L

CONTROL S IN

INPUT B

AUDIO IN

(MONO)

PLUG IN POWER

INPUT B

MOUSE AUDIO

IN/OUT

OUT

SIC-S20 Mouse cable (supplied)

Set this switch to IN.

Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

SMF-401 HD D-sub 15pin cable (supplied)

Computer

to mouse port

to audio out

to monitor out

Computer

to mouse port

to audio out

to monitor out

Signal adapter (supplied)

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Connecting

VIDEO IN

INPUT A

MOUSE AUDIO

S VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

INPUT B

MOUSE AUDIO

IN/OUT

CONTROL S IN

PLUG IN POWER

VIDEO L

(MONO)

AUDIO IN

OUT

Connecting with a VCR, 15k RGB/Component Equipment

This section describes how to connect the projector with a VCR, external active speakers and 15k RGB/component equipment. For details on how to connect a computer, see page 18 (EN). Also refer to the instruction manuals of equipment to be connected.

When making connections, be sure to:

• turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• use the proper cables for each connection.

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

VCR

to S video output

S-Video cable

(not supplied)

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

INPUT A

MOUSE AUDIO

(MONO)

VIDEO L

CONTROL S IN

AUDIO IN

PLUG IN POWER

MOUSE AUDIO

INPUT B

IN/OUT

to audio/video outputs

Audio/video cable (VPL-S900U/M: supplied VPL-S900E: supplied with the IFB-X600E Interface Board)

Set this switch to IN.

Rear

OUT

Note on the VPL-S900E model

The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks.

Active speakers

Rear

Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

15k RGB/component equipment

to RGB/component output

Notes

Set this switch to IN.

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

SMF-400 Video Signal Cable (not supplied) 5X BNC ˜ HD D-sub 15-pin (male)

• Select the RGB or component signal with INPUT-A or INPUT-B in the SET SETTING menu.

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

• When connecting to INPUT B, make sure that the RGB IN/OUT select switch is set to IN.

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Using the RGB IN/OUT connector on INPUT B as a monitor output connector

This section describes connections when using the RGB IN/OUT connector on INPUT B as a monitor output connector.

When making connections, be sure to:

• turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• use the proper cables for each connection.

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

• Make sure that the RGB IN/OUT select switch is set to OUT.

Rear

S VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

MOUSE AUDIO

VIDEO IN

VIDEO L

INPUT A

to monitor input

AUDIO IN

(MONO)

CONTROL S IN

PLUG IN POWER

INPUT B

MOUSE AUDIO

IN/OUT

to INPUT A

OUT

SMF-401 HD D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)

SIC-S21 Mouse cable for serial port (supplied)

Set this switch to OUT.

SIC-S22 Mouse cable for PS/2 port (supplied)

Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

SMF-401 HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

to serial port

Computer

to mouse port

to audio out

to monitor out

Monitor

Note

When the RGB IN/OUT select switch is set to OUT, the MOUSE connector and AUDIO jack on INPUT B do not function.

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Projecting

Rear remote control detector

APA key

LIGHT

PATTERN

APA

RESET

STANDBY indicator

VOLUME

–

POWER SAVINGSTANDBYTEMP/FANLAMP/COVER

I / u

INPUT

ENTER

ON indicator

2 34

Front remote control detector

4, 6

COMMAND

I / u

APA key

MUTING

APA

ENTER

PICTUREAUDIO

ONOFF

RESET

VOLUME

–

INPUT

LASER

R CLICK

2 3

1 After all equipment is connected completely, plug the AC power cord

into the wall outlet.

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

2 Press the I /

key on the Remote Commander or on the control panel.

The ON indicator lights in green.

3 Turn on equipment connected to the projector. Press the INPUT key on

the Remote Commander or on the control panel to select the input source.

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

connector.

INPUT B: Selects audio and video signals input from the INPUT B

connector.

VIDEO: Selects audio and video signals input from the AUDIO IN/

VIDEO (VIDEO IN) jacks.

S VIDEO: Selects audio and video signals input from the AUDIO IN/

S VIDEO (VIDEO IN) jacks.

Note

The AUDIO IN jacks are used as audio outputs of both VIDEO and S VIDEO.

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Note on the VPL-S900E model

The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for selecting VIDEO.

4 Press the PATTERN key on the control panel to display the H pattern,

and turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.

HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH

HHHH HHHH

HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH

Press the PATTERN key again to clear the pattern.

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

Note

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

To Press Adjust the volume the VOLUME +/– keys on the control

panel or on the Remoter Commander.

To get the clearest picture

Cut off the sound the AUDIO MUTING key on the

Remote Commander. To restore the sound, press the AUDIO MUTING key again or press the VOLUME + key.

Cut off the picture the PICTURE MUTING key on the

Remote Commander. To restore the picture, press the PICTURE MUTING key again.

You can get the suitable picture when a signal from the computer is input. Press the APA key on the Remote Commander or on the control panel. The picture is automatically adjusted to be projected clearest.

Notes

• Adjust the signal when the still picture is displayed on 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. Press the APA key again during the adjustment to restore the original screen.

• “Complete!” appears on the screen when the picture is adjusted properly. The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the kinds of input signals.

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

For details on DOT PHASE, see page 28 (EN).

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Projecting

To turn off the power

1 Press the I /

The following message appears to confirm if you want to turn off the power.

POWE R O FF? Pl ease pr ess key agai n.

Note

The message will disappear if you press any key except the I / u key, or if you do not press any key for five seconds.

2 Press the I /

again.

The ON indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run for about 90 seconds to reduce the internal heat. Also, the ON indicator flashes quickly for the first 30 seconds. During this time, you will not be able to turn the power back on with the I /

key on the Remote Commander or on the control panel.

I / u

key on the Remote Commander or on the control panel

key.

3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops

running and the 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 / Commander or on the control panel for about one second.

Note

Do not unplug the AC power cord while the fan is still running; otherwise, the fan will stop although the internal heat is still high, leading to breakdown of the projector.

key on the Remote

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Using the MENU

V I DEO NO I NPUT

INPUT SETTING

NO I NPU T – Cannot ad j us t t h i s i t em.

Adjustments and settings using the menu

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

To select the language used in the menu, see page 32 (EN).

1 Press the MENU key.

The menu display appears. The menu presently selected is highlighted in blue.

P ICTURE CTRL

CONT RAST : 8 0 BR IGHT : 50 GAMMA MODE :GRAPH I CS COLOR TEMP: H I GH

INPUT–A

2 Use the V or v key to select a menu, then press the

b or ENTER key.

The selected menu appears.

Menus Setting items

SET SETT I NG

STATUS: ON

I NPUT –A : RGB I NPUT –B : RGB

LANGUAGE: ENGLI SH

I N ST A L L A T I ON : F L OOR– FRON T SPEAKER: ON POWER SAV I NG: OFF S I RCS RECE I VER : F RONT&REAR

INPUT–A

To clear the menu display

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 which can be reset are:

• “CONTRAST”, “BRIGHT”, “COLOR”, “HUE”, and “SHARP” in the PICTURE CTRL menu

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

About the memory of the settings

The settings are automatically stored in the projector memory.

When no signal is input

3 Make setting or adjustment on an item.

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

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

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The PICTURE CTRL Menu

CONT RA ST : 8 0

BR I GHT : 50

COL OR : 5 0

HUE : 50

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

Note on the VPL-S900E model

The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for inputting the video signal. If you do not install the video board into the unit, the video signal cannot be selected.

When the video signal is input

P I CTURE CTRL

CONTRAST : 8 0 BR I GHT : 5 0 COL OR : 5 0 HUE : 5 0 SHARP : 5 0 D.PICTURE:OFF COL OR TEMP : L OW COLOR SYS: AUTO

VIDEO

CONTRAST

Adjusts the picture contrast.

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

BRIGHT

Adjusts the picture brightness.

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

When the RGB signal is input

P I CTURE CTRL

CONTRAST : 8 0 BR I GHT : 5 0 GAMMA MODE : GRAPH I CS COL OR TEMP : H I GH

INPUT–A

Operation

1. Select an item

Use the V or v key to select the item, then press the b or ENTER key.

2. Adjust an item

• When changing the adjustment level: To increase the number, press the V or b key. To decrease the number, press the v or B key. Press the ENTER key to restore the original screen.

• When changing the setting: Press the V or v key to change the setting. Press the ENTER or B key to restore the original screen.

COLOR

Adjusts color intensity.

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

HUE

Adjusts skin tones.

A higher the setting, the picture becomes greenish. A lower the setting, the picture becomes purplish.

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SHARP

VIDEO

P I CTURE CTRL

CONT RA ST : 8 0 BR I GHT : 5 0 COLOR : 5 0 HUE : 5 0 SHARP : 5 0 D.PICTURE:OFF COLOR TEMP: LOW COLOR SYS : AUTO

VIDEO

P I CTURE CTRL

CONT RA ST : 8 0 BR I GHT : 5 0 COLOR : 5 0 HUE : 5 0 SHARP : 5 0 D.PICTURE:OFF COLOR TEMP: LOW COLOR SYS : AUTO

COLOR TEMP

Adjusts the picture sharpness.

SHARP : 5 0

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

D. (Dynamic) PICTURE

Emphasizes the black color.

P I CTURE CTRL

CONT RA ST : 8 0 BR I GHT : 5 0 COLOR : 5 0 HUE : 5 0 SHARP : 5 0 D.PICTURE:OFF COLOR TEMP: LOW COLOR SYS : AUTO

VIDEO

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

Adjusts the color temperature.

HIGH: Makes the white color bluish. LOW: Makes the white color reddish.

COLOR SYS (System)

Selects the color system of the input signal.

Normally, set to AUTO. If the picture is distorted or colorless, select the color system according to the input signal.

Selects a gamma correction curve.

GRAPHICS: Improves the reproduction of half

TEXT: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for

P I CTURE CTRL

CONT RA ST : 8 0 BR I GHT : 5 0 GAMMA MODE : GRAPH I CS COL OR TEMP : H I GH

INPUT–A

tones. Photos can be reproduced in natural tones.

images that contains lots of text.

Input signals and adjustable/setting items

Item Input signal

Video or Component RGB B&W S video (Y/C)

CONTRAST

BRIGHT

COLOR ––

HUE

(NTSC3.58/

4.43 only)

–––

SHARP –

D. PICTURE –

GAMMA MODE – – –

COLOR TEMP

COLOR SYS ––

: Adjustable/can be set

– : Not adjustable/can not be set

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SH I FT H : 23 4 V : 2 1

The INPUT SETTING Menu

DOT PHASE : 5

SI ZE H: 1056

The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal. Unadjustable items depending on the input signal are not displayed in the menu.

Note on the VPL-S900E model

The optional IFB-X600E Interface Board is required for inputting the video signal. If you do not install the video board into the unit, the video signal cannot be selected.

When the video signal is input

INPUT SETT ING

ASPECT : 4 : 3

When the RGB signal is input

VIDEO

No . 01 VIDEO/60

Memory No.

Signal type

DOT PHASE

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

SIZE

Adjusts the horizontal size of picture input from the INPUT A/B connectors.

INPUT SETT ING

DOT PHASE : 5 SIZE H:1056 SHI FT H: 234 V: 21

I NPUT –A

NO . 1 6

800X600

Memory No.

Signal type

Operation

1. Select an item

Use the V or v key to select the item, then press the b or ENTER key.

2. Adjust an item

• When changing the adjustment level: To increase the number, press the V or b key. To decrease the number, press the v or B key. Press the ENTER key to restore the original screen.

• When changing the setting: Press the V or v key to change the setting. Press the ENTER or B key to restore the original screen.

Note

When the HDTV signal is input, the items in the INPUT SETTING menu cannot be adjusted.

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 30 (EN).

SHIFT

Adjusts the position of the picture input from the INPUT A/B 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 B or the b key to adjust the horizontal position and the V and v key for the vertical position.

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ASPECT

Input signals and adjustable/setting items

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

INPUT SETTING

ASPECT : 4 : 3

VIDEO

No . 01 VIDEO/60

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

input.

SCAN CONV (Scan converter)

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

INPUT SETTING

DOT PHASE : 3

SIZE H: 800 SHIFT H : 305 V : 29 SCAN CONV : ON

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.

INPUT–A

NO . 1 0 640X480

Item Input signal

Video or 15k RGB RGB B&W S video Component (Y/C)

DOT PHASE – – –

SIZE – – –

SHIFT – – –

ASPECT –

SCAN CONV – – –

: Adjustable/can be set

– : Not adjustable/can not be set

About the preset memory No.

This projector has 38 kinds of preset data for input signals for each INPUT A/B (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 is registered to 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, memory number is displayed as 00. If the input signal is adjusted in the INPUT SETTING menu, the setting via INPUT A is stored under the memory number 51 to 70, and the setting via INPUT B is stored under 71 to 90. When more than 20 user memories are registered for each INPUT A/B, the newest memory is automatically stored over the oldest one.

Note

When the SVGA, XGA or SXGA signal is input, this item will not be displayed.

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The INPUT SETTING Menu

Preset signals

Memory No. (kHz) (Hz)

1 Video 60 Hz

2 Video 50 Hz

9 VGA mode 2

31 Sunmicro HI

35 SGI-5

Preset signal

15k RGB/

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

Component 60 Hz

Component 50 Hz

VGA mode 1

VGA VESAa) 85 Hz

PC-9801b) Normal

VGA VESA 85 Hz

VGA mode 3

Macintosh 13”

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”

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

SXGA VESA 75 Hz

SXGA VESA 43 Hz

SXGA VESA 60 Hz

SXGA VESA 75 Hz

SXGA VESA 85 Hz

fH fV

15.734 59.940 H-neg V-neg

15.625 50.000 H-neg V-neg

15.734 59.940 H-neg V-neg

15.625 50.000 H-neg V-neg

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

35.000 66.667 H-neg V-neg 864

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

49.724 74.550 H-neg V-neg 1152

35.522 43.479 H-pos V-pos 1264

48.363 60.004 H-neg V-neg 1344

56.476 70.069 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

61.795 65.960 H-neg V-neg 1504

71.713 76.047 H-neg V-neg 1472

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

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 1012

Sync

Sync on G

SIZE

1680

Since the data is recalled from the preset memory about the following signals, you can use these preset data by adjusting SIZE. Make fine adjustment by adjusting SHIFT.

Signal Memory No. SIZE

Super Mac-2 23 1312

SGI-1 23 1320

Macintosh 19” 25 1328

Macintosh 21” 28 1456

Sony News 36 1708

PC-9821 36 1600

1280 × 1024

WS Sunmicro 37 1664

Note

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

a) VESA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics

Standard Association.

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

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