Sony VPL-VW100 Operating Instruction

2-655-463-11 (1)

Video Projector VPL-VW100

Video Projector

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

VPL-VW100

WARNING

Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

For the customers in the USA

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ The number below is for FCC related matters only.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: VPL-VW100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.

For the customers in Canada

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

Voor de klanten in Nederland

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

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

CAUTION

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSED OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL RULES.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Table of Contents

Precautions .........................................7

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side .................................8

Right Side ...........................................9

Rear/Bottom .....................................10

Remote Control ................................11

Connections and Preparations

Unpacking ........................................12

Step 1: Installing the Projector .........13

Before Setting Up the

Projector ..........................13

Installing the Projector and a

Screen ..............................15

Step 2: Connecting the Projector .....18

Connecting to a DVD Player/

Recorder or Digital

Tuner ...............................18

Connecting to Video

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

Connecting to a Computer ..........21

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and

Position .............................................22

Step 4: Selecting the Menu

Language ..........................................27

Selecting the Wide Screen Mode .... 33

Selecting the Picture Viewing

Mode ............................................... 36

Adjusting the Picture Quality .......... 37

Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color

Processing ........................................ 39

Using the Menus

Operation through the Menus .......... 41

Picture Menu ................................... 44

Signal Menu ..................................... 47

Function menu ................................. 50

Installation Menu ............................. 51

Setup Menu ...................................... 53

Information Menu ............................ 55

About the Preset Memory No. ... 55

Operating the Projector from a Computer

Accessing the Projector from a

Computer ......................................... 56

Checking the Status of the

Projector .......................................... 56

Controlling the Projector from a

Computer ......................................... 57

Setting up the Projector ................... 57

Projecting

Projecting the Picture on the

Screen ...............................................29

Turning Off the Power ...............32

Others

Troubleshooting ............................... 59

Warning Indicators .................... 60

Table of Contents

Message Lists .............................61

Replacing the Lamp ......................... 63

Cleaning the Air Filter .....................66

Replacing the Air Filter ................... 67

Specifications ...................................69

Preset Signals .............................71

Input Signals and Adjustable/

Setting Items ................... 74

Ceiling Installation ........................... 76

When Using the PSS-H10 Projector

Suspension Support .........77

When Using the PSS-610 Projector

Suspension Support .........80

Making Fine Adjustments to the

Horizontal Picture Position .............. 83

Index ...............................................86

Table of Contents

Precautions

On safety

• Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply.

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for several days.

• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

• The wall outlet should be near the unit and easily accessible.

• The unit is not disconnected to the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on.

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

On preventing internal heat buildup

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

Caution

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

On repacking

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

Precautions

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side

You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote control to operate the projector.

Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 14)

ON/STANDBY indicator (1 page 23)

POWER SAVING indicator (1 page 50)

LAMP/COVE R indicator (1 page 60)

Remote control detector (1 page 22)

Open the cover by pushing it.

TEMP/FAN Indicator (1 page 60)

LENS button (1 page 23)

M/m/</, (arrow)/ ENTER button (1 page 41)

MENU button (1 page 41)

INPUT button (1 page 30)

?/1 (on/standby) switch (1 page 23)

Front/Right Side

Right Side

- AC IN socket

S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/ VIDEO INPUT connector (phono type) (1 page 20)

Y/CB/PB/CR/PR (phono type) (1 page 18)

INPUT A connector (1 page 21)

Location of Controls

HDMI connector (1 page 19)

DVI-D connector (1 page 21)

TRIGGER jack (mini jack) Outputs a 12 V signal when the power is on.

REMOTE connector Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control

NETWORK connector Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control

Right Side

Rear/Bottom

Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 14)

Top cover (1 page 63)

Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 14)

Remote control detector (1 page 22)

Cover release lever (1 page 63)

Projector suspension support attachment holes (1 page 76)

Adjusters (1 page 26)

Filter holder (1 page 66)

Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 14)

Rear/Bottom

Remote Control

INPUT button

(1 page 30)

Location of Controls

Infrared transmitter

Illuminates the buttons on

LIGHT button

the remote control.

PICTURE MODE

buttons (1 page 36)

ADJ PIC button

(1 page 37)

LENS button (1 page 22)

WIDE MODE button

(1 page 33)

BRIGHT +/– button

(1 page 38)

INPUTLIGHT

STANDARD

USER 2

ENTER

ADJ PIC

RCP

CINEMA

USER 3USER 1

MENULENS

RESET

DYNAMIC

PICTURE MODE

WIDE MODE

REAL COLOR PROCESSING

BRIGHT CONTRAST

?/1 (on/standby) switch

(1 page 23)

M/m/</, (arrow)/

ENTER buttons (1 page 41)

MENU button (1 page 41)

RESET button (1 page 43)

RCP button (1 page 39)

CONTRAST +/– button (1 page 38)

Remote Control

Connections and Preparations

This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc.

Unpacking

Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items:

• Remote control (1) and Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

• AC power cord (1)

• ImageDirector2 CD-ROM (1)

• Plug holder Attach the plug holder to avoid unplugging the AC power cord accidentally.

•Air filter cover (1) This air filter cover is used only when the projector is installed on a ceiling. (1 page 76)

• Lens cap (1) When you have purchased the projector, the lens cap was fitted onto the lens. Remove this lens cap when you use the projector.

• Operating Instructions (this manual) (1)

Inserting the batteries into the remote control

Insert the batteries E side first as shown in the illustration. Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may cause a short circuit and may generate heat.

Unpacking

Step 1: Installing the Projector

Before Setting Up the Projector

Unsuitable installation

Do not place the projector in the following situations, which may cause malfunction or damage to the projector.

Poorly ventilated location

20 cm

Exhaust

20 cm

Hot and humid

Locations subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner

Installing the projector in such a location may cause a malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature.

Near a heat or smoke sensor

Connections and Preparations

To maintain the performance and reliability of the projector, do not put any object within 20 cm (7

/8 inches) from the rear panel. The temperature of the wall may be affected if you do so.

Malfunction of the sensor may occur.

Very dusty and extremely smoky locations

Step 1: Installing the Projector

Improper use

Do not do any of the following while using the projector.

Blocking the ventilation holes.

Ventilation holes (exhaust)

Ventilation holes (intake)

Tip

For details on the location of the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust), see “Location of Controls” on pages 8 to 10.

Tilting front/rear and left/right

15º or more

Avoid using the projector tilted at an angle of more than 15 degrees. Do not install the projector anywhere other than on a level surface or on the ceiling. Improper installation of the projector may cause a malfunction.

When installing the unit at altitudes

When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, set “High Altitude Mode” in the Installation menu to “On.” (1 page 52) Failing to set this mode when using the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components.

15º or more

Step 1: Installing the Projector

Installing the Projector and a Screen

The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen.

1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen.

You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector with the center of the lens within the areas indicated in the gray areas in the illustration. Use the values a, b and c in the table on page 16 as a guide.

Ceiling installation

Center of the screen

Center of projector’s lens

Floor installation

a: Minimum projection distance between the screen and the center of the

projector’s lens

b: Maximum projection distance between the screen and the center of the

projector’s lens

c: Vertical distance between the center of the screen and the center of the

projector’s lens when using the maximum upper vertical lens shift feature.

Connections and Preparations

For details on the lens shift feature, see “Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position.” (1 page 22)

Step 1: Installing the Projector

Screen size (inches)

a (minimum)

b (maximum)

Screen size (inches)

a (minimum)

b (maximum)

When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen

Unit: mm (inches)

40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

1212 (47

2105 (82

324 (12

1842

/4)

(72 1/2)

3181

/8)

(125 1/4)

485

/4)

(19 1/8)

To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size) a (minimum) = 31.5 (1 b (maximum) = 53.8 (2 c = 8.0876 (

2472 (97 3/8)

4257 (167 5/8)

647 (25 1/2)

/32) × SS

3102

3732

(122 1/8)

(146 7/8)

5333

6409

(210)

(252 3/8)

809

971

(31 7/8)

(38 1/4)

/4) × SS – 48.2 (1 15/16)

/8) × SS – 46.9 (1 7/8)

4677 (184 1/8)

8023 (315 7/8)

1213 (47 3/4)

5622 (221 3/8)

9637 (379 3/8)

1456 (57 3/8)

6252 (246 1/8)

10713 (421 3/4)

1618 (63 5/8)

7827 (308 1/8)

13403 (527 5/8)

2022 (79 5/8)

9402 (370 1/8)

16093 (633 5/8)

2426 (95 1/2)

When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen (projecting a 4:3 picture)

Unit: mm (inches)

40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

1494 (58

2587 (101

396 (15

2265

/4)

(89 1/8)

3904

/8)

(153 5/8)

594

/8)

(23 3/8)

To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size) a (minimum) = 38.551 (1 b (maximum) = 65.842 (2 c = 9.8979 (

3036 (119 1/2)

5220 (205 1/2)

792 (31 1/8)

/32) × SS

3807

4578

(149 7/8)

(180 1/4)

6537

7854

(257 3/8)

(309 1/4)

990

1188

(39)

(46 3/4)

/16) × SS – 48.2 (1 15/16)

/8) × SS – 46.9 (1 7/8)

5734 (225 3/4)

9829 (387)

1485 (58 1/2)

6891 (271 1/4)

11805 (464 3/4)

1782 (70 1/8)

7662 (301 5/8)

13122 (516 5/8)

1980 (77 7/8)

9590 (377 1/2)

16414 (646 1/4)

2474 (97 3/8)

11517 (453 3/8)

19706 (775 7/8)

2969 (116 7/8)

Step 1: Installing the Projector

2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen.

Top view

Screen

3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it

fits the screen. (1 page 22)

To project an image, connect video equipment to the projector. (1 page

18)

Note

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

For installation of the projector on a ceiling, see “Ceiling Installation.” (1 page 76)

Connections and Preparations

Step 1: Installing the Projector

Step 2: Connecting the Projector

When making connections, be sure to do the following:

• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• Use the proper cables for each connection.

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

• Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.

Connecting to a DVD Player/Recorder or Digital Tuner

To connect to a DVD player/recorder or digital tuner equipped with component video connectors

AV amplifier

Right side of the projector

DVD player/recorder, HDD recorder, digital tuner, etc., with component video connectors

PB/ CB

S VIDEO

VIDEO

: Video signal flow

YCB/PBCR/P

CB/

Component video cable (not supplied)

CR/PR

INPUT

INPUT A

Tip

To connect the projector to a DVD player/recorder, HDD recorder, digital tuner, etc. which is not equipped with component video connectors, it is recommended to use the S video cable to connect to the S-video output of the DVD player/recorder, HDD recorder, digital tuner, etc. If the connected equipment is not equipped with the S-video output connector, use the video cable to connect to the video output jack on the equipment.

Speakers

PR/ CR

Step 2: Connecting the Projector

To connect to a DVD player/recorder equipped with HDMI

output

You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector.

Connections and Preparations

Right side of the projector

INPUT

INPUT A HDMI DVI-D T

: Video signal flow

HDMI cable (not supplied)

AV amplifier

DVD player/recorder, etc., with the HDMI output

Speakers

to HDMI output

............................................................................................................................................................

HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. This HDMI connector conforms to Ver. 1.1.

Step 2: Connecting the Projector

Connecting to Video Equipment

You can connect a DVD player/recorder which is not equipped with component video connectors, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk player. See also the instruction manual of each equipment.

Right side of the projector

S video or video cable (not supplied)

: Video signal flow

Speakers

Video equipment

to S video or video output

AV amplifier

Tip

If you do not know to which connector you should connect the cable, S VIDEO INPUT (S video input connector) or VIDEO INPUT (video input connector), connect it to S VIDEO to enjoy better picture quality. If the equipment to be connected has no S video connector, connect the cable to the video output.

Step 2: Connecting the Projector

Connecting to a Computer

Right side of the projector

Computer

to monitor output

HD D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied),

: Video signal flow

or DVI - DVI cable (not supplied)

Tip

Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” or “DVI Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu to “Auto” or “Computer.” If the input signal does not appear properly, set it to “Computer.” (1 page

53)

Connections and Preparations

Note

If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both your computer’s display and an external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may not appear properly. Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor. For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions supplied with your computer.

Step 2: Connecting the Projector

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position

Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position.

ON/STANDBY indicator

Adjusters

Remote control detector

5,6,7

DYNA MIC

INPUTLIGHT

STANDARD

PICTURE MODE

USER 2

ENTER

ADJ PIC

CINEMA

USER 3USER 1

MENULENS

Tip

?/1 (on/standby), INPUT, LENS, MENU, and M/m/</,/ENTER (joystick)

The buttons on the side panel of the projector function the same as those on the remote control.

Note

Depending on the installation location of the projector, you may not control it with the remote control. In this case, point the remote control to the screen instead of the projector.

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position

1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.

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

ON/

STANDBY

Lights in red.

2 Press the ?/1 (on/standby) switch to turn on the projector.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green.

Connections and Preparations

ON/

STANDBY

Flashes in green for a few seconds, and then lights in green.

3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector.

Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.

4 Press INPUT to project the picture on the screen.

Each time you press the button, the input indication and equipment to be projected change. (1 page 30)

INPUT

Tip

When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function menu, the channel of the signal input is automatically displayed by pressing INPUT. (1 page 50)

Video

5 Adjust the vertical picture position.

Press the LENS button repeatedly until the Lens Shift adjustment window (test pattern) appears. Then select the proper vertical position by pressing the M/m/</, buttons. To move the position upward, press To move the position downward, press

M or ,.

m or <.

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position

0.65V

LENS

Tip

When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation

menu, you cannot

adjust the vertical picture position. (1 page 51) When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function menu, the test pattern is not displayed. (1 page 50)

The picture moves up by a maximum of 0.65 of the screen size from the center of the lens.

Side view

Tip

You can also adjust the horizontal position of the lens. For detailed information, see “Making Fine Adjustments to the Horizontal Picture Position” on page 83.

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position

: Picture position when the picture is

moved upward at the maximum

6 Adjust the picture size.

Press the LENS button repeatedly until the Lens Zoom adjustment window (test pattern) appears. Then adjust the size of the picture by pressing the M/ m/</, buttons. To make the picture larger, press To make the picture smaller, press

Tip

When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation menu, you cannot adjust the picture size and the focus. (1 page 51) When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function menu, the test pattern is not displayed. (1 page 50)

M or ,.

m or <.

LENS

7 Adjust the focus.

Press the LENS button repeatedly until the Lens Focus adjustment window (test pattern) appears. Then adjust the focus of the picture by pressing the M/m/</, buttons.

LENS

Connections and Preparations

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position

To adjust the tilt of the installation surface

If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector level.

Turn to adjust.

Adjusters

Note

Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the adjusters.

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position

Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language

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

INPUTLIGHT

STANDARD

PICTURE MODE

USER 2

ENTER

ADJ PIC

RCP

CINEMA

USER 3USER 1

MENULENS

RESET

DYNA MIC

WIDE MODE

REAL COLOR PROCESSING

BRIGHT CONTRAST

Tip

You can operate the menu using the M/m/</, (arrow)/ENTER buttons on the side panel of the projector instead of the M/m/</,/ENTER buttons on the remote control.

4,5,6

1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.

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

Connections and Preparations

2 Press the ?/1 (on/standby) switch to turn on the projector.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green.

3 Press MENU.

The menu appears.

Picture Mode :

Picture

Adjust Picture

RCP :

Signal

Color Space :

Function

Installation

Setup

Information

Sel : Set : Back : Exit :

Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language

Cinema

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