Sony VPL-VW10HT Operating Instruction

VPL-VW10HT

4-074-835-13(2)

LCD Video Projector

Operating Instructions Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones

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VPL-VW10HT

 1999 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.

For the customers in Europe

This product with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN60950: Product Safety

• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environment(s): E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).

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

WARNING

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.

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For the customers in Canada

This Class B 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 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

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.

Warning on power connection

Use the proper power cord for your local power supply.

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

Plug type VM0233 290B YP-12A COX-07 — Female end VM0089 386A YC-13B COX-02 VM0310B VM10505 Cord type SJT SJT H05VV-F H05VV-F N13237/CO-228 HVCTF Rated Voltage & Current 10A/125V 10A/125V 10A/250V 10A/250V 10A/250V 13A/125V Safety approval UL/CSA UL/CSA VDE VDE VDE DENTORI

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VM1296

1) Use the correct plug for your country.

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Table of Contents

Overview

Setting up and projecting

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

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

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

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

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

Control panel.......................................................... 11 (GB)

Connector panel ..................................................... 12 (GB)

Remote Commander .............................................. 13 (GB)

Installing the Projector........................................... 14 (GB)

Connecting.............................................................. 15 (GB)

Connecting with a VCR/15k RGB/Component/

Progressive Component Equipment ................. 15 (GB)

Connecting with a Computer ................................. 16 (GB)

Selecting the Menu Language............................... 17 (GB)

Projecting ................................................................ 18 (GB)

Adjustments and settings using the menu

Using the MENU...................................................... 21 (GB)

The PICTURE CTRL Menu ..................................... 22 (GB)

The INPUT SETTING Menu .................................... 23 (GB)

The SET SETTING Menu ........................................ 27 (GB)

The INSTALL SETTING Menu ................................ 27 (GB)

Installation

Installation Examples............................................. 29 (GB)

Floor Installation.................................................... 29 (GB)

English

Ceiling Installation................................................. 30 (GB)

Notes for Installation.............................................. 32 (GB)

Unsuitable Installation ........................................... 32 (GB)

Unsuitable Conditions for Use............................... 32 (GB)

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Maintenance

Other

Maintenance............................................................ 34 (GB)

Replacing the Lamp ............................................... 34 (GB)

Cleaning the Air Filter ........................................... 35 (GB)

Troubleshooting ..................................................... 36 (GB)

Specifications ......................................................... 38 (GB)

Index ........................................................................ 42 (GB)

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Precautions

On safety

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

•Do not 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 lift up the projector. Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the adjuster out.

On preventing internal heat build-up

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

Caution

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

On cleaning

•To keep the cabinet looking new, periodically clean it with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. Never use strong solvents, such as thinner, benzene, or abrasive cleansers, since these will damage the cabinet.

•Avoid touching the lens. To remove dust on the lens, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use a damp cloth, detergent solution, or thinner.

•Clean the filter at regular intervals every 300 hours.

Overview

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

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Features

It allows NORMAL THROUGH mode and FULL THROUGH mode as the through mode that reproduces a sharp image with one-to-one mapping.

High brightness, high picture quality

•New, wide LCD panel

The new high-resolution wide LCD panel (1366 × 768 dots) provides higher uniformity, reduced ghosts and an improved contrast ratio.

•High-brightness – 1000 ANSI lumens

The LCD panel with its new 200W UHP lamp, optical unit and lens achieves a high brightness of 1000 ANSI lumens (16:9 projection), allowing for improved home viewing.

•High-quality image

In addition to the new wide LCD panel, a variety of functions are now available in the projector. These include DRC-MF (Digital Reality Creation Multifunction) (Sony’s proprietary high-quality image technology); 3-D Gamma Correction, providing excellent uniformity; Cinema Black Mode, a mode that reduces the black level according to the input source/projection environment; and 3-D YC Separation/DNR (NTSC), a feature that reproduces a clear image without noise.

High-adaptability in the home environment

•DVD, DTV, High-Definition Television

The projector’s super-precise image exceeds 3.14 million pixels. It is also compatible with nextgeneration DTV (digital TV) and high-definition television signals. Combined with a tuner or a MUSE decoder (optional), you can enjoy DTV, high-definition television, high- definition LD, etc.

Video Memory

The projector has a video memory function. The user can store up to 6 settings (image quality, aspect, temperature color, DRC-MF, etc.) according to the input source. The user can directly recall any setting from the Remote Commander.

Multi scan compatibility

•Scan converter built-in

This projector has a built-in scan converter which converts the input signal within 1366 × 768 pixels.

•Input signals

The projector can accept the following video signals: Composite, S-video, Component, Progressive component, DTV (480i/p, 720p/1080i), HDTV, 15k RGB, VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA.

•Reduced noise

The exhaust opening at the front is connected to an internal fan and air duct. This means the distance from the fan to the exhaust opening is long, significantly reducing fan noise.

•Flexible setup

The projection lens has a short focus (90 inches with

2.9m (9.5 feet) (16:9)). The digital keystone correction function allows projection at a wide angle. The projector’s white color goes with any color (ceilings, walls, etc.).

Wide Screen/DTV/High Definition Television

•Wide Screen

This projector utilizes a 16:9 aspect ratio LCD panel, allowing seven screen modes (ZOOM, FULL, SUBTITLE, WIDE ZOOM, etc.) using all panel pixels (1366 × 768).

•Compatible with six color systems

3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43

NTSC

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

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

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

• IBM and PC/AT are a trademark and a registered trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation, U.S.A.

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

• NEC is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.

• PC-98 is a trademark of NEC Corporation.

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

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Location and Function of

Location and Function of Controls

1 Zoom ring

Adjusts the size of the picture.

Controls

Front/Left Side

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2 Focus ring

Adjusts the picture focus.

3 Ventilation holes (exhaust)

4 Lens

Remove the lens cap before projection.

5 Front remote control detector (SIRCS receiver)

6 Adjusters

When a picture is projected on the out of the screen,

adjust the picture using these adjusters.

For details on how to use the adjusters, see “How to use the adjuster” on page 10 (GB).

7 Connector panel

For details, see page 12 (GB).

8 Control panel

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

9 AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

Rear/Right Side/Bottom

qs qd qf

0 Rear remote control detector (SIRCS receiver)

qa Lamp cover

qs Rear adjusters

qd Ventilation holes (intake)/air filter cover

About ventilation holes

Notes

•Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as it may cause internal heat build-up. Do not put your hand near the ventilation holes, or you may be burned.

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

For details, see “Cleaning the Air Filter” on page 35 (GB).

qf Adjuster buttons

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Location and Function of Controls

How to use the adjuster

To adjust the height

Adjust the height of the projector as follows:

1 Lift the projector and press the adjuster buttons.

The adjusters will extend from the projector.

Adjuster buttons

2 While pressing the buttons, lower the projector.

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

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.

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

the left to adjust the height of the projector.

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Location and Function of Controls

Control panel

LAMP/

TEMP/

POWER

COVER

FAN

SAVING

ENTER

STANDBY

ON/

PATTERN

RESET

LIGHT

VIDEO MEMORY

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1 I / 1 (on / standby) key

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

When turning off the power, press the I / 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 20 (GB).

2 INPUT key

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

B VIDEO B S-VIDEO

INPUT-B b INPUT-A b

3 VIDEO MEMORY key

You can adjust the image in advance and store the setting in the VIDEO MEMORY 1 to 6. You can recall the setting by pressing this key. Pressing this key selects memory number 1 through 6, and then starts again with 1. You can easily set, change and view the image in a suitable setting.

For more details on how to set the video memory, see the VIDEO MEMORY of the INPUT SETTING menu on page 25 (GB).

4 LIGHT key

If you press this key while the power is on, the keys on the control panel will be displayed in orange. Press this key again to turn off the light. The light will turn off automatically if no keys are operated for 30 seconds.

5 PATTERN key

Displays the test pattern on the screen for focus adjustment. Press again to clear the test pattern.

INPUT

1 2

key

7 ENTER key

Enters the settings of items in the menu system.

8 MENU key

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

menu.

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

Used to select the menu or to make various adjustments.

0 Indicators

LAMP/COVER: Lights up or flashes under the

following conditions:

• Lights up when the lamp has reached the end of its life or the lamp does not turn on as a result of high lamp temperature.

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

TEMP (Temperature)/FAN: Lights up or flashes

under the following conditions:

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

• Flashes when the fan is broken.

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 or no keys are operated for 10 minutes. Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. In the power saving mode, no key functions for the first 40 seconds. The power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key is pressed.

ON/STANDBY: Lights up or flashes under the

following conditions:

• 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

I / 1

key.

• Lights in green when the power is turned on.

• Flashes in green while the cooling fan runs after turning off the power with the

I / 1

key. The fan runs for about 120 seconds after turning off the power. The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes quickly for the first 40 seconds. During this time, you cannot turn the power back on with the

For details on the LAMP/COVER and the TEMP/FAN indicators, see page 37 (GB).

I / 1

key.

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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Location and Function of Controls

Connector panel

Left side

CONTROL S IN VIDEO IN

PLUG IN POWER

TRIGGER

REMOTE

RS-232C

(FOR SERVICE USE)

1 INPUT A connectors G/Y, B/C

B/PB, R/CR/PR, SYNC/HD, VD connectors

(phono type):

Connect to the RGB output of the equipment. According to the connected equipment, computer, component (Y/C DTV YP

BPR) signal is selected.

S VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT A

G/Y B/C

B/PB

R/CR/PRSYNC/HD VD

INPUT B

G/Y B/CB/PBR/CR/PRSYNC/HD VD

B/CR), HDTV or DTV (DTV GBR,

6 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 video equipment.

VIDEO (phono type): Connects to the composite

video output of video equipment.

2 INPUT B connectors G/Y, B/C

B/PB, R/CR/PR, SYNC/HD, VD connectors

(phono type):

Connect to the RGB output of the equipment. According to the connected equipment, computer, component (Y/C DTV YP

BPR) signal is selected.

B/CR), HDTV or DTV (DTV GBR,

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

This is a service connector.

4 TRIGGER connector (minijack)

Outputs the ON or OFF condition of the unit to the external equipment. When the unit is turned off, 0 V is output and when the unit is turned on, 12 V is output. However, as power is not output, you cannot use the connector as a power source.

5 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, you do not need to install the batteries in the Remote Commander, since power is supplied from this jack. If this connector is used, the Remote Commander key lamp is not turned on.

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Location and Function of Controls

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.

For details, see “Connecting with a Computer” on page 16 (GB).

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1 0 9

MUTING

PIC

INPUT SELECT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

VIDEO MEMORY

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OFF

RESET

ENTER

4 VIDEO MEMORY keys

You can store an image setting to one of the VIDEO MEMORY keys (1 – 6), and you can directly recall the setting by pressing the appropriate key.

For more details on how to set the video memory, see the VIDEO MEMORY of the INPUT SETTING menu on page 25 (GB).

5 MENU key

6 ENTER key

7 RESET key

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

9 MUTING PIC key

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

0 LIGHT switch

Pressing this switch turns on the key light on the Remote Commander. Pressing this switch again turns off the key light. If no keys are operated, the lights will automatically turn off in 30 seconds.

Install the two batteries in the Remote Commander when you use the key light.

PROJECTOR

RM-PJVW10

1 I (ON) key

Press this key to turn on the projector. (It is assumed that the projector is in the Stand-by state.)

(OFF) key

Press this key to turn off the power immediately.

3 INPUT SELECT keys

Select the input signal.

VIDEO: Selects the signal of equipment connected

to the projector’s VIDEO connector.

S VIDEO: Selects the signal of equipment

connected to the projector’s S VIDEO connector.

A: Selects the video signal of equipment connected

to the INPUT A connectors.

B: Selects the video signal of equipment connected

to the INPUT B connectors.

qa Transmission indicator

Lights up when you press a key on the Remote Commander.

qs 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.

If the batteries are not installed, the Remote Commander key light is not turned on.

qd Infrared transmitter

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