Operating Instructions
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1. Press the T eor key to select a language then press the ENTER key The menu changes to the selected language Selecting the Menu Language suonouny JUsIU AUOD 19 20 To clear the menu Press the MENU key The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute Security Lock Security Lock The projector is equipped with a security lock function When you turn the power of the projector on you are required to input the previously set password If you do not input the correct password you will not be able to project the picture You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password and the password administrator is not available Be please aware that using the security lock can prevent valid usage in such cases To use the security lock 1 Press the MENU key and then on the INSTALL SETTING menu turn on the Security Lock setting 2 Enter the password Use the MENU gt and ENTER keys to enter the four digit password The default initial password setting is ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER After this is entered you can put in your own password Therefore when you use this function for the first time please input ENTER four times Enter password key Password required for power on Use Baan Cancel Other key Next the screen for entering the new password is displayed Enter the password on this screen ev2. The picture flickers Dot Phase on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted properly gt Adjust Dot Phase on the INPUT SETTING menu properly see page 27 Troubleshooting Sound Symptom No sound Cause and Remedy e A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong gt Check that the proper connections have been made see page 13 e The audio connecting cable used is incorrect gt Use a no resistance stereo audio cable see page 13 e The sound is muted gt Press the AUDIO MUTING key to release audio muting see page 9 e The sound is not adjusted properly gt Adjust the sound with the VOLUME key on the Remote Commander or adjust Volume on the PICTURE SETTING menu see page 26 Remote Commander Presentation tool Symptom The Remote Commander does not work Cause and Remedy The Remote Commander batteries are dead gt Replace them with new batteries see page 10 The COMMAND ON OFF switch is set to OFF gt Set it to ON The PJ NETWORK selector switch is set to NETWORK gt Set it to PJ The computer cannot be controlled with the Remote Commander e The USB cable is not connected gt Connect the projector to the computer using the USB cable e You are operating the Air Shot VPL CX76 only gt When using the Air Shot the computer cannot be controlled with the Remote Commander Use the presentation tool The c
3. Setting items Functions Initial setting Smart APA The APA Auto Pixel Alignment automatically adjusts Dot Phase H Size and Shift on the INPUT SETTING menu for the input signal from a computer e On When a signal is input from a computer the APA functions automatically so that the picture can be seen clearly Once the specified input signal has been adjusted by the Smart APA it will not be readjusted even when the cable is disconnected and connected again or the input channel is changed You can adjust the picture by pressing the APA key on the Remote Commander even if Smart APA set to On s Off The APA functions when you press the APA key on the Remote Commander On Auto Input Search When set to On the projector detects input signals in the following order Input A Input B VPL CX76 only Video S Video It indicates the input channel when the power is turned on only when startup in Memory Stick Home is set to Off VPL CX76 only or the INPUT key is pressed Off Input A Signal Sel Selects the Computer Component or Video GBR signal input via the INPUT A connector Computer Input B Select VPL CX76 only Select Air Shot or Memory Stick as the input source that you want to project via Input B Air Shot Color System Selects the color system of the input signal If you select Auto
4. Side Shot The projector supports the Side Shot feature horizontal trapezoidal correction function enabling projection from the side of the screen Installation becomes possible in a wider variety of locations Off amp Go feature The cooling fan built into the projector will work even after the power is turned off and the power cord is disconnected This enables you to move the projector to another location immediately after turning it off System expandability using a network VPL CX76 only Connection to a wireless LAN allows you to obtain projector status information such as the lamp timer status or to control the projector away from the installation location via a Web browser Also the projector has a mail report function to send the information on the time to replace the lamp and error information to the address set beforehand and corresponds to SNMP Security Functions Security lock This function makes it possible to prevent projection of a picture on the screen unless the required password is entered when the projector is turned on Panel key lock This function locks all the keys on the control panel of the projector allowing use of the keys on the Remote Commander This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly About Trademarks e Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated e Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States a
5. Lights during access to the Memory Stick Do not remove the Memory Stick while the access lamp is lit Wireless LAN card eject button VPL CX76 only Wireless LAN card slot VPL CX76 only The supplied wireless LAN card can be inserted Never insert anything other than the supplied wireless LAN card Remove the wireless LAN card from the wireless LAN card slot when storing the projector in the carrying case Location and Function of Controls For details see Operating Instructions for Air Shot stored on the CD ROM Memory Stick slot for standard Duo size VPL CX76 only A Memory Stick can be inserted here Never insert an object other than the Memory Stick into this slot The standard Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo compatible slot You can use both of the standard size Memory Stick and the Memory Stick Duo in the same slot You cannot use both sizes of Memory Stick at the same time When you use a Memory Stick Duo do not attach the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor to it Do not insert more than one Memory Stick into the slot at the same time or insert the Memory Stick in the opposite direction This will cause a malfunction of this unit For details see the attached Operating Instructions for Memory Stick stored on the CD ROM USB connector USB plug for upstream 4 pin Connects to the USB connector of a compute
6. the projector detects the color system of the input signal automatically If the picture is distorted or colorless select the color system according to the input signal When the color system of the input signal is PAL60 select PAL If Auto is selected the color system cannot be detected Auto The SET SETTING Menu nus e DUST shunjas pue sjueujsnipy 29 30 Setting items Functions Initial setting Power Saving When set to On the projector goes into power saving mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes Although the lamp goes out the cooling fan keeps running The power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key is pressed In power saving mode no keys function for the first 45 seconds after the lamp goes out Off IR Receiver Selects the remote control detectors IR Receiver on the front and rear of the projector e Front amp Rear Activates both the front and rear detectors e Front Activates the front detector only e Rear Activates the rear detector only Front amp Rear Illumination Selects whether the SONY logo on the top panel of the projector lights when the projector is on Normally this setting is On On Panel Key Lock Locks all the control panel keys on the rear and side panels of the projector so that the projector can be operated only with the Remote Commander To lock the control panel keys set
7. 3 key or the AIR SHOT key on the Remote Commander The Air Shot Home or the Memory Stick Home is displayed on the screen VPL CX76 only If Auto Input Search is set to On the projector searches for the signals from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input signals are found For details see Auto Input Search on page 29 The Smart APA feature is effective for the input signal from a computer only Switch the equipment connected to output to the projector Depending on the type of your computer for example a notebook or an all in one LCD type you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys e g Lp ea L 71081 etc or by changing your computer s settings The key used for switching the computer to output to the projector varies depending on the type of computer Adjust the upper or lower position of the picture To adjust using the Remote Commander Press the TILT KEYSTONE key on the Remote Commander to display the Tilt menu and adjust the tilt using the 4i kian keys To adjust using the control panel Press A or V of the TILT key to adjust the tilt of the projector to raise the projector to lower the projector TILT b TILT adjustment key Powered tilt adjuster e When you adjust the powered tilt adjuster with the TILT key the V keystone adjustment is performed at the s
8. 60 317 H pos V pos 1056 18 SVGA VESA 72 Hz 48 077 72 188 H pos V pos 1040 19 SVGA VESA 75 Hz 46 875 75 000 H pos V pos 1056 20 SVGA VESA 85 Hz 53 674 85 061 H pos V pos 1048 21 832 x 624 Macintosh 16 49 724 74 550 H neg V neg 1152 22 1024 x 768 XGA VESA 43 Hz 35 524 86 958 H pos V pos 1264 23 XGA VESA 60 Hz 48 363 60 004 H neg V neg 1344 24 XGA VESA 70 Hz 56 476 69 955 H neg V neg 1328 25 XGA VESA 75 Hz 60 023 75 029 H pos V pos 1312 26 XGA VESA 85 Hz 68 677 84 997 H pos V pos 1376 27 1152 x 864 SXGA VESA 70 Hz 63 995 70 019 H pos V pos 1472 28 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 67 500 75 000 H pos V pos 1600 29 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 77 487 85 057 H pos V pos 1568 30 1152 x 900 Sunmicro LO 61 795 65 960 H neg V neg 1504 31 Sunmicro HI 71 713 76 047 Composite Sync 1472 46 Specifications amery Preset signal fH kHz fV Hz Sync SIZE 0 32 1280 x 960 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 60 000 60 000 H pos V pos 1800 33 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 75 000 75 000 H pos V pos 1728 34 1280 x 1024 SXGA VESA 43 Hz 46 433 86 872 H pos V pos 1696 35 SGI 5 53 316 50 062 S on G 1680 36 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 63 974 60 013 H pos V pos 1696 37 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 79 976 75 025 H pos V pos 1688 38 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 91 146 85 024 H pos V pos 1476 43 480 60p 480 60p 31 470 60 000 S on G Y Pro
9. EN60950 CE LVD EMC C Tick Laser VPL CX76 only Laser type Class 2 Wavelength 640 nm 660 nm Output 1 mW General Dimensions 298 x 69 x 243 5 mm 11 3 4 x 23 4 x 9 5 8 inches w h d without projecting parts Mass Approx 2 9 kg 6 lb 8 oz Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V 2 4 to 1 0 A 50 60 Hz Power consumption Max 240 W in standby 9 W VPL CX76 4 W VPL CX70 Heat dissipation 819 0 BTU Operating temperature 0 C to 35 C 32 F to 95 F Operating humidity 35 to 85 no condensation Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Storage humidity 10 to 90 Supplied accessories Remote Commander 1 Size AA R6 batteries 2 HD D sub 15 pin cable 2 m 1 1 791 992 xx USB cable A type B type 1 1 790 08 1 xx Carrying case 1 AC power cord 1 Air filter for replacement 1 CD ROM Application software and Operating instructions 1 Quick Reference Manual 1 Safety Regulations 1 Security Label 1 VPL CX76 only Presentation tool 1 Size AAA R03 batteries 2 Wireless LAN card 1 USB wireless LAN module IFU WLM2 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP C161 for replacement Signal Cable SMF 402 HD D sub 15 pin male 3 x phono type male USB Wireless LAN Module IFU WLM2 Some of the items may not be available in some areas For details please consult your nea
10. Electronics Industries Alliance http www eiae org Replacing the Lamp eoueUslUle 37 Cleaning the Air Filter The air filter should be cleaned every 500 hours Remove dust from the outside of the ventilation holes with a vacuum cleaner 500 hours are approximate This value varies depending on the environment or how the projector is used Ws SRN D S When it becomes difficult to remove the dust from the filter with a vacuum cleaner remove the air filter and wash it 1 Turn the power off and unplug the power cord 2 Place a protective sheet cloth beneath the projector and turn the projector over 3 Remove the air filter cover s WN Ws Ss Ze gaz mo Sas WY Ws ws Cleaning the Air Filter d Remove the air filter 5 Wash the air filter with a mild detergent solution and dry it ina shaded place 6 Attach the air filter so that it fits into the each claws 8 positions on the air filter covers and replace the cover If you neglect to clean the air filter dust may accumulate clogging it As a result the temperature may rise inside the unit leading to a possible malfunction or fire If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter replace the air filter with the supplied new one Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly the power can not be turned on if it is not closed securely The air filter has a face and a reverse side Place th
11. Zoom function Dot Phase 5753 S egin E fH Horizontal Frequency 0 0 0 eee 34 fV Vertical Frequency eee 34 G Gamma Mode asses sese 26 H TH Sizes een eae High Altitude Mode TUG ie ress csececcsecsiciveesesce a a a l Illumination oe eee eee eee eee eee 30 Image Flip sss sese a32 Input A Signal Sel 29 Input B Select 129 Installation s scsc2ctaen asap eeu 12 Index L Lamp Mode iaar 32 33 Lamp replacement sese ee eee eee ee 36 Lamp Timer lt 34 Language viieni cerr asia wl selecting the menu language ld Leng Control sis isc ara 57 T 333 L ns protector cscescesceserseseacsasctececanessecse 6 Location and function of controls connector panel sse 8 control panel yi rear right side bottom sees 6 Remote Commander sss eee 9 top front left side oo eee eee 6 M Menu clearing the menu display sse 25 INFORMATION Menu R INPUT SETTING menu sees sese 27 INSTALL SETTING menu sese 32 MENU SETTING menu whee PICTURE SETTING ment sese 26 SET SETTING ment esse sees 29 using a menu Menu Color L Menu Position sassdsransa sts tt 2 det gogi gtoar Message List TTT 43 UTS 42 O Off amp Go function sese eects 22 Optional accessories esse eee 45 P Panel Key Lock iissiriirersieite 30 Picture Mode j Pin assignment sese 45 Power W O AE vacate EER 15 Power Saving essen 30 Powered tilt adjuster oo eee 16 Presentati
12. and warning messages On Language Selects the language used in the menu and on screen displays The languages available are English Nederlands Fran ais Italiano Deutsch Espa ol Portugu s Pycckuu Svenska Norsk A 48 3 hi SKST AIC SABE St Of and falne English Menu Position Selects the display position of the menu from Top Left Bottom Left Center Top Right and Bottom Right Center Menu Color Selects the tone of the menu display from Black or White White The MENU SETTING Menu nus e DUST shunjas pue sjueujsnipy 31 The INSTALL SETTING Menu The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector INSTALL SETTING Tilt V Keystone Side Shot Auto Focus Image Flip Background Test Pattern Lamp Mode Lens Control Security Lock High Altitude Mode Off 0 On Off Blue Off Standard On Pb Qoa F Off Sel OW Set Exit Gen Setting items Functions Initial setting Tilt Adjusts the position height of the projected picture V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle Select Auto for automatic correction or Manual for manual correction using the t4 keys on the Remote Commander When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top _ Sets a lower value When
13. for setting the USB wireless LAN module When the projector is used in simple mode it is not necessary to install this software About the Supplied Manuals 3 M M 4 Features High brightness high picture quality High brightness Adopting Sony s unique optical system that incorporates provides a high efficiency optical system It allows the 165 W UHP lamp to give a light output of 2500 ANSI lumen VPL CX76 2000 ANSI lumen VPL CX70 High picture quality Three super high aperture 0 79 inch XGA panels with approximately 790 000 effective pixels produce a resolution of 1024 x 768 dots horizontal vertical for RGB input and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input Variety of network presentations VPL CX76 only Air Shot Air Shot features data transmission from a computer to the projector via a wireless LAN Use of the supplied wireless LAN card for the projector and the USB wireless LAN module for a computer enables a wireless presentation A Simple Mode is also available that does not require the setting up of the network and wireless LAN configurations allowing you to start a wireless presentation easily if you are using the wireless LAN for the first time For more information refer to Operating Instructions for Air Shot and Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 Help on the supplied CD ROM Presentation without connecting a computer Use of a Memory Stick enab
14. projector gt Check that the proper connections have been made see page 13 e The connections are wrong gt This projector is compatible with DDC2B Digital Data Channel 2B If your computer is compatible with DDC turn the projector on according to the following procedures 1 Connect the projector to the computer 2 Turn the projector on 3 Start the computer e Input selection is incorrect gt Select the input source correctly using the INPUT key see page 16 e The picture is muted gt Press the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting see page 9 e The B key is activated VPL CX76 only gt Press the B key on the Presentation Tool to deactivate the key see page 11 Troubleshooting Picture Symptom Cause and Remedy No picture e A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong E SJOUIO 39 40 Symptom The picture is noisy Cause and Remedy Noise may appear on the background depending on the combination of the number of dots input from the computer and the numbers of pixels on the LCD panel gt Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer The picture from the INPUT A connector is colored strangely The setting of Input A Signal Sel on the SET SETTING menu is incorrect gt Select Computer Video GBR or Component correctly according to the input signal see page 29 Please check Input A Signal Sel appea
15. supplied Stereo audio connecting cable not supplied Use a no resistance cable To connect to a video GBR Component output connector Left side to video L GBR component output VCR Projecting SMF 402 Signal Cable not supplied HD D sub 15 pin male lt 3 x phono jack Stereo audio connecting cable not supplied Use a no resistance cable Set the aspect ratio using Wide Mode on the INPUT SETTING menu according to the input signal When you connect the projector to a video GBR output connector select Video GBR or when you connect the projector to a component output connector select Component with the Input A Signal Sel setting on the SET SETTING menu Use the composite sync signal when you input the external sync signal from video GBR component equipment ON STANDBY indicator control detector om E S COMMAND 170 OFF ON ee rap T TILTIKEYSTONE ED VOLUME p 20 O O MENU e s AIR SHOT oY REEZE Ua o ORN N 6 7 8 1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet then connect all equipment The ON STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into standby mode 2 Press the 1 key The ON STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the Advanced Intelligent Auto setup starts The lens protector opens the powered tilt adjuster rises and stops at the pre
16. to On When it is set to On keeping the UU key on the control panel pressed for 10 seconds turns the projector on when it is in standby mode and turns the projector to standby mode when the power is on If you press and hold the MENU key for about 10 seconds when the power is on the lock will be released and Panel Key Lock is automatically set to Off Off e Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen If the projected image includes a black portion around it the APA function will not work properly and some parts of the image may not be displayed on the screen e You can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while Adjusting appears on the screen e The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal e Adjust the Dot Phase H Size and Shift items on the INPUT SETTING menu when you adjust the picture manually The SET SETTING Menu The MENU SETTING Menu The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays BON Soe MENU SETTING C Input A Status On a Language English Menu Position Center S Menu Color White G Se 00 Set Guy Exit Ca Setting items Functions Initial setting Status on screen display Sets up the on screen display When set to Off turns off the on screen displays except for the menus a message when the power is turned off
17. 0A 125V 2 5A 250V 2 5A 250V 2 5A 250V TA 125V Current Safety approval UL CSA VDE BS SAA DENAN Cord length max 4 5 m 48 Specifications Side Shot and V Keystone Adjustments With Side Shot horizontal keystone adjustment provided for the projector you can project the picture from the side of the screen When projecting with Side Shot adjustment only you can adjust the horizontal distortion of the screen to the maximum using Side Shot When projecting with both Side Shot and V Keystone vertical keystone adjustment you can adjust the vertical __ __ and horizontal c1 D distortion of the screen Focus ZOOM SIDE SHOT SIDE SHOT Lene SIDE SHOT key Adjustment Areas of Side Shot and V Keystone The adjustable distortion area using Side Shot and V Keystone is described below Screen a Tilting angle of the projector in the V Keystone adjustment area b Side Shot H Keystone adjustment area Side Shot and V Keystone Adjustments SJOUlO 49 50 Input signals a b Video 60 Video 50 480 60i 575 50i a 0 0 20 480 60p 575 50p a20 or hel 20 11 b 0 30 0 1080 60i 1080 50i 540 60p a 0 0 16 a 0 or b 20 11 b 0 30 0 720 60p 720 50p a 0 0 16 a 0 or b 20 7 b 0 30 0 PC Air Shot VPL CX76 only a 0 0
18. 14 Memory Stick VPL CX76 only a0 or b 0 41 20 4 7 b 0 30 0 e If V Keystone is set to Auto the Side Shot adjustment area may be narrow e V Keystone on the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to Auto at the factory and the vertical distortion of the picture is automatically corrected However the distortion may not be perfectly corrected depending on the room temperature or the screen angle In this case set this item to Manual and correct the distortion using input values Side Shot and V Keystone Adjustments Dimensions Front 298 11 9 4 R 73 3 3 75 7 3 x d g aa OP a Center of the lens Center of the projector Left side 243 5 95 8 Top 243 5 95 8 298 113 4 Unit mm inches Dimensions 5 SJOUIO 52 Index A Adjusting memory of the settings sese eee 25 the picture inisieer naa 26 the picture size shift 27 28 Agr ET r A rave antes 38 Auto FOCUS ieena a E 32 Auto Input Search sese 29 B Backetound crete dais ack 32 Batteries 26 5 004s 2h area eia S 10 11 BriShtNess azscsisessesseccncneaeeeeseeie 26 C COIR tA R A 26 Color System 29 Color Temp sss 26 Connecting a computer eee eee 13 Connecting a VCR sees 14 Contrast woo eee 26 D Digital
19. ENS key then adjust with the 4 9 lt gt key Each time you press the key the menu toggles between Lens Focus and Lens Zoom in order To adjust using the control panel Press the ZOOM keys on the projector to adjust the size of the picture and press the FOCUS keys to adjust the focus Projecting OIN DIq 24 HuNoslosd 17 18 Turning Off the Power 1 Press the VO key POWER OFF Please press ie key again appears to confirm that you want to turn off the power The message disappears if you press any key other than the I key or if you do not press any key for five seconds 2 Press the VO key again The lens protector closes and the powered tilt adjuster is retracted into the projector The ON STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run to reduce the internal heat Also the ON STANDBY indicator flashes quickly for the first 45 seconds During this time you will not be able to light up the ON STANDBY indicator again with the 1 key 3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops running and the ON STANDBY indicator lights in red When you cannot confirm the on screen message When you cannot confirm the on screen message under certain conditions you can turn off the power by holding the UU key for about two seconds instead of following steps 1 and 2 The internal circuitry of the Off amp Go function may cause the fan to continue to op
20. On Auto Input Search Off Input A Signal Sel Computer Input B Select Color System Power Saving Air Shot IR Receiver Front amp Rear Illumination On Panel Key Lock Off ke eg A AE Using a MENU 2 Use the or 4 key to select a menu then press the gt or ENTER key The selected menu appears 3 Select an item Use the t or 4 key to select the item then press the gt or ENTER key The setting items are displayed in a pop up menu or in a sub menu Pop up menu Setting items Selected input Menu signal MENU SETTING Status On Language Enalish Menu Position Top left Menu Color Bottom Left Center Top Right Bottom Right Sub menu Menu Setting items PIDTURE SETTING ADJUST PICTURE Standard Contrast T Brightness 50 i oe Gamma Mode Graphics Color Temp High 2 Se OO Set GEN Back Exit Gem 4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item s When changing the adjustment level To increase the number press the 4 or gt key To decrease the number press the T or key Press the ENTER key to restore the previous screen When changing the setting Press the T or key to change the setting Press the ENTER or key to restore the previous screen To clear the menu Press the MENU key The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute To reset items that have been adjusted Select the it
21. S O N vY 2 634 403 11 1 Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL CX76 VPL CX70 2005 Sony Corporation Table of Contents Overview About the Supplied Manuals 3 FGatures nanii tse aiatlan Siniecen ake 4 Location and Function of Controls 6 Top Front Left Side we 6 Rear Right Side Bottom 6 Control Panel aai vioi annos ax 7 Connector Panel 8 Remote Commandet 0005 9 Presentation Tool VPL CX76 only oo eee 11 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector sese 12 Connecting the Projector sees e 13 Connecting a Computer 13 Connecting a VCR oo 14 Projecting oionn aaa 15 Turning Off the Power esse sees e 18 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language 19 Security LOCK ssnstinin 20 Other Functions sss eee 22 Controlling the Computer Using the Supplied Remote Commander When Using the USB Cable gandan irc 22 Controlling the Computer Using the Supplied Presentation Tool When Using the Air Shot VPL CX76 only oo 22 Off amp Go Function oe 22 Effective Tools for Your Presentation sese ee eee eee 23 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU ue eects 24 The PICTURE SETTING Menu 26 The INPUT SETTING Menu 27 About the Preset Memory No 28 The SET SETTING Menut ss sss 29 The MENU SETTING Menu 31 The INSTALL SETTING Menu 32 The INFORMA
22. TION Ment 34 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp sese ee 36 Cleaning the Air Filter sese ee eee 38 Others Troubleshooting sss sees ee ee ee eee 39 Messages T 42 Specifications oo eee renen 44 Side Shot and V Keystone ETU S osirsesiriiciye ui 49 Dimensions sss esse eee eee 51 Index tii sii oo wont ene Gated 52 gt Overview About the Supplied Manuals The following manuals and softwares are supplied with this unit For the VPL CX70 read the Safety Regulations Quick Reference Manual and Operating Instructions for the VPL CX76 VPL CX70 Other manuals on the CD ROM and other software applications were not prepared for the VPL CX70 Also the Operating Instructions for the VPL CX86 VPL CX80 are included on the CD ROM but are not used for this unit On Macintosh system you can read only the Operating Instructions for the VPL CX76 VPL CX70 Manuals Safety Regulations separately printed manual This manual describes important notes and cautions to which you have to pay attention when handling and using this product Quick Reference Manual separately printed manual This manual describes basic operations for projecting pictures after you have made the required connections Operating Instructions for the VPL CX76 VPL CX70 on the CD ROM this manual This Operating Instructions describes the setup and operations of this unit Model VPL CX76 is used for illustration purpose
23. able from Kensington Web page address http www kensington com Ventilation holes intake Air filter cover Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as this may cause internal heat build up Do not place your hand near the ventilation holes as this may cause injury e To maintain optimal performance clean the air filter every 500 hours For details see Cleaning the Air Filter on page 38 Control Panel 6 POWER SAVING TEMPIFAN LAMPICOVER 1 0 On Standby key Turns on the projector when the projector is in standby mode The ON STANDBY indicator around the I C key flashes in green until the projector is ready to operate ON STANDBY indicator located around the UC key Lights up or flashes under the following conditions Lights in red when the AC power cord is plugged into a wall outlet Once the projector is in standby mode you can turn it on with the I O key Lights in green when the power is turned on and when it is ready to operate Flashes in green from the projector is turned on until the projector is ready to operate Also flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is turned off with the UO key The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power is turned off For details see page 18 INPUT key TILT adjustment key For details see Projecting on page 15 MENU key Displa
24. ame time If you do not want to perform the automatic keystone adjustment set the V Keystone menu to Manual See page 32 If you set the V Keystone adjustment to Auto the V Keystone correction is automatically adjusted However it may not be perfectly adjusted depending on the room temperature or the screen angle In this case adjust it manually Press the TILT KEYSTONE key on the Remote Commander until V Keystone appears on the screen and adjust the value with the them keys The corrected value is effective until the power is turned off Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the powered tilt adjuster extended It may cause a malfunction 7 Adjust the horizontal trapezoidal distortion D of the picture using the Side Shot To adjust using the Remote Commander Press the TILT KEYSTONE key on the Remote Commander to display the Side Shot menu horizontal trapezoidal distortion H keystone correction and adjust the tilt using the lt gt keys To adjust using the control panel Press the SIDE SHOT key on the control panel to adjust the distortion For details see Side Shot on page 32 and Side Shot and V Keystone Adjustments on page 49 Adjust the size of the picture and the focus To adjust using the Remote Commander Select the item to be adjusted by pressing the L
25. arity While pressing the lid slide it Be sure to install the battery from the O side 2 Replace the lid Presentation Tool VPL CX76 only You can use a laser pointer or control a presentation file made using Microsoft PowerPoint when projecting a picture using the Air Shot feature Laser transmitter LASER key A laser beam is emitted from the laser transmitter while you keep this key pressed SLIDE lt gt key Used to change pages of the slide show in the forward backward direction B key This key corresponds to the B key of a keyboard When you press this key during the slide show a black screen is displayed To cancel the black screen press this key again A black screen may not be displayed even if you press the B key depending on the language of the operating system OS of your computer To install the batteries Open the cover with a coin and remove the battery case Install the two size AAA RO3 batteries with the correct polarity Notes on the laser beam Do not look into the laser transmitter Do not aim the laser at people Notes on Remote Commander Presentation tool operation Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander Presentation tool and the remote control detector on the projector Direct the Remote Commander Presentation tool toward the front or rear remote control de
26. d with the High setting Standard 32 The INSTALL SETTING Menu When set to On turns on the security lock function which locks the projector once a password has been set For details see Security Lock on page 20 Setting items Functions Initial setting Lens Control When set to Off the LENS FOCUS ZOOM key on the On Remote Commander and the FOCUS and ZOOM keys on the projector do not function High Altitude Set to On when the projector is used at an altitude of Off Mode 1 500 m or higher Security Lock Turns on the projector s security lock function Off s The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly depending on the room temperature or the screen angle s Even when projecting using Side Shot the four sides of a picture may sometimes not be parallel to the respective sides of a screen frame The INSTALL SETTING Menu nus e Buisn sumes pue sjueujsnipy 33 34 The INFORMATION Menu The INFORMATION menu displays the model name serial number the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp INFORMATIO Lamp Timer Model name eJ Input A Serial number Memory number of an input signal pa A Signal type Setting items Functions fH Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal The displa
27. de Selects the picture mode Dynamic Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic picture e Standard Normally select this setting If the picture has roughness with the Dynamic setting this setting reduces the roughness Standard Adjust Picture The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items for each Dynamic or Standard picture mode separately Contrast Adjusts the picture contrast 80 Brightness Adjusts the picture brightness 50 Color Adjusts color intensity 50 Hue Adjusts color tones The higher the setting the more 50 greenish the picture becomes The lower the setting the more purplish Sharpness Selects the picture sharpness from among High High Middle and Low The High setting makes the picture sharp the Low setting makes it soft Gamma Mode Selects a gamma correction curve Graphics e Graphics Improves the reproduction of halftones Photos can be reproduced in natural tones Text Contrasts black and white Suitable for images that contain lots of text Color Temp Adjusts the color temperature High e High Makes white colors bluish Low Video S s Low Makes white colors reddish Video Volume Adjusts the volume 30 The PICTURE SETTING Menu The INPUT SETTING Menu The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the k
28. e air filter so that it fits in a notch on the air filter cover e To erase a message press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander gt Others Troubleshooting If the projector appears to be operating erratically try to diagnose and correct the problem using the following instructions If the problem persists consult with qualified Sony personnel Power Symptom The power is not turned on Cause and Remedy e The power has been turned off and on with the UO key at a short interval gt Wait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power see page 18 e The lamp cover is not secured gt Close the lamp cover securely see page 37 e The air filter cover is detached gt Attach the air filter cover securely see page 38 Both the LAMP COVER and TEMP FAN indicators light up The electrical system has broken down gt Consult with qualified Sony personnel The powered tilt adjuster and the lens protector do not close The AC power cord was unplugged with the power of the projector turned on gt Connect the power cord to the AC outlet again turn on the power of the projector then turn it off The lens protector cannot open The electrical system has broken down gt Consult with qualified Sony personnel If it is necessary to use the projector in case of emergency slide the lens protector open by hand and then press the UO key You can now use the
29. e its underside Replacing the Lamp Be sure that the projector is stable after turning it over Open the lamp cover by loosening the screw with a Phillips screwdriver For safety reasons do not loosen any other screws Loosen the two screws on the lamp unit with the Phillips screwdriver Fold out the handle then pull out the lamp unit by the handle 5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until it is securely in place Tighten the two screws Fold down the handle to replace it e Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp s The power will not turn on if the lamp is not secured properly 6 Close the lamp cover and tighten the screw Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely as it was If not the projector cannot be turned on 7 Turn the projector back over 8 Connect the power cord The ON STANDBY indicator around the UO key lights in red Q Press the following keys on the Remote Commander in the following order for less than five seconds each RESET amp gt ENTER Do not put your hands into the lamp replacement slot and do not allow any liquid or other objects into the slot to avoid electrical shock or fire Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA This product contains mercury Disposal of this product may be regulated if sold in the United States For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the
30. ed may damage the adjuster Turn off the projector according to the procedure explained in Turning Off the Power then cool it down before storing the projector in the carrying case s However if the unit has been on for less than 15 minutes the fan might not begin to turn as a result of inadequate charging In that case follow the procedure for turning off the power as described in Turning Off the Power on page 18 Effective Tools for Your Presentation To enlarge the image Digital Zoom function You can select a section of the image to enlarge This function works when a signal from a computer is input or when a still picture except a movie picture stored in a Memory Stick is projected This function does not work when a video signal is input 1 Project a normal image and press the D ZOOM key on the Remote Commander The digital zoom icon appears in the center of the image Digital zoom icon 2 Move the icon to the point on the image you want to enlarge Use the arrow key 4 49 4 gt to move the icon 3 Press the D ZOOM key again The portion of the image where the icon is located is enlarged The enlargement ratio is displayed on the screen for a few seconds By pressing the key repeatedly the image size ratio of enlargement max 4 times increases Use the arrow key TI dele to scroll the enlarged image g afal To return the ima
31. em that you want to reset and then press the RESET key on the Remote Commander Complete appears on the screen and the setting of the item that you have selected is factory preset values Items that can be reset are e Contrast Brightness Color Hue and Sharpness on the Adjust Picture menu s Dot Phase H Size and Shift on the Adjust Signal menu Storage of the settings The settings are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is pressed If no signal is input If there is no input signal Cannot adjust this item appears on the screen Unadjustable items Items that cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal are not displayed on the menu For details see page 35 Using a MENU nus e Buisn sumes pue sjueujsnipy 25 26 The PICTURE SETTING Menu The PICTURE SETTING menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals For details see Input signals and adjustable setting items on page 35 PICTURE SETTING BS Picture Mode Adjust Picture Volume 30 Standard S w PICTURE SETTING ADJUST PICTURE Contrast Brightness Gamma Mode Color Temp Standard 50 K Graphics High 2 Setting items Functions Initial setting Picture Mo
32. en if you want to keep the current password Enter the password on this screen Enter new password key Power on cannot be performed without the password Use RTS 0 Cancel Other key 3 Enter the password again to confirm Re enter new password key Be sure to remember this password Use 008 Cancel Other key When the following message is displayed the setting for security lock is completed INSTALL SETTING Tilt ts N V Keystone Auto J Side Shot 0 J Auto Focus On 9 image Flip Off gt Background Blue E Test Pattern Off SES RSI Lamp Mode Standard Q Me Lens Control On Q High Altitude Mode Off a L Security Lock On a Security Lock enabled Se OO Set Gwe Back Exit If Invalid Password is displayed on the menu screen perform this procedure again from step 1 INSTALL SETTING Tilt ts V Keystone Auto J Side Shot 0 S Auto Focus On 6 Image Flip Off gt Background Blue S Test Pattern Off Ss A Lamp Mode Standard Q ki Lens Control On G High Altitude Mode Off a LJ Security Lock Off a Invalid Password Sel OH Set Gwen Back Exit 4 Turn the main power off and disconnect the AC power cord The security lock is set to on then it becomes effective The screen used for entering the password is displayed when the power is turned on the next time Security certification Whe
33. equency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector Applicable video signals 15 k RGB 50 60 Hz Progressive component 50 60 Hz DTV 480 601 575 50i 480 60p 575 50p 540 60p 720 60p 720 50p 1080 60i 1080 50i Composite video Y C video Speaker Monaural speaker system 40 x 20 mm 1 5 3 x 13 16 inches Speaker output 1 W max Input Output VIDEO phono type Composite video 1 Vp p 2 dB sync negative 75 ohms terminated S VIDEO Y C mini DIN 4 pin type Y luminance 1 Vp p 2 dB sync negative 75 ohms terminated C chrominance burst 0 286 Vp p 2 dB NTSC 75 ohms terminated burst 0 3 Vp p 2 dB PAL 75 ohms terminated HD D sub15 pin female Analog RGB component R R Y 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated G 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated G with sync Y 1 Vp p 2 dB sync negative 75 ohms terminated B B Y 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated SYNC HD Composite sync input 1 5 Vp p high impedance positive negative Horizontal sync input 1 5 Vp p high impedance positive negative VD Vertical sync input 1 5 Vp p Video input INPUTA high impedance positive negative AUDIO Stereo minijack 500 mVrms input impedance 47 kilohms USB Up female x 1 Wireless LAN card slot VPL CX76 only x1 Memory Stick slot VPL CX76 only x1 Safety regulations UL60950 cUL CSA No 60950 FCC Class B IC Class B DEMKO
34. erate for a short time even after the I key is pressed to turn off the power and the ON STANDBY indicator changes to red Turning Off the Power gt Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on screen displays The factory setting is English To change the menu language proceed as follows 2 3 4 5 6 Ovo Gwe ve SO ON STANDBY indicator Front remote control detector T SR ue OD 2 PY NETWORK MUTING aD TILT KEYSTONE VOLUME a m gt DO NEG AIR SHOT 3 EN oy 4 5 6 1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet 2 Press the VC key to turn on the projector Press the MENU key The menu appears The menu currently selected is shown as a yellow button PICTURE SETTING Picture Mode Standard Adjust Picture Volume 30 Press the T or key to select the MENU SETTING menu then press the gt or ENTER key The selected menu appears MENU SETTING Status Language English Menu Position Center Menu Color White Press the T or key to select Language then press the gt or ENTER key MENU SETTING Status Language English BAR Menu Position Nederlands TZS Menu Color Fran ais PREF Italiano 01 nnuln Deutsch Espa ol Portugu s Pyccku Svenska
35. ge to its original size Press the D ZOOM key Just pressing the RESET key returns the image back to its original size immediately Lad To freeze the image projected Freeze function Press the FREEZE key Freeze appears when the key is pressed This function works when a signal from a computer is input or when a still picture stored in a Memory Stick is projected To restore the original screen press the FREEZE key again Other Functions suonouny JUsIU AUOD 23 24 gt Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is equipped with an on screen menu for making various adjustments and settings Display items Input signal indicator D Video 2 NTSC 3 58 Input signal setting indicator Picture adjustment menu Contrast 0 J Input signal indicator Shows the selected input channel x amp is displayed when no signal is input You can hide this indicator using Status on the MENU SETTING menu Input signal setting indicator For Input A Shows Computer Component or Video GBR For Input B Shows Air Shot or Memory Stick VPL CX76 only For Video S Video input Shows Auto or the Color System setting on the SET SETTING menu T Press the MENU key The menu appears The menu presently selected is shown as a yellow button in the column on the left SET SETTING Smart APA
36. gressive component 44 575 50p 575 50p 31 250 50 000 S on G Y Progressive component 45 1080 50i 1080 50i 28 130 50 000 S on G Y 47 720 60p 720 60p 45 000 60 000 S on G Y 48 720 50p 720 50p 37 500 50 000 S on G Y 50 540 60p 540 60p 33 750 60 000 S on G Y 52 1400 x 1050 SXGA 60 Hz 63 981 60 020 H pos V pos 1688 Notes e When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input the picture may not be displayed properly e Memory No 22 and 34 show the interlace signal s For the Memory No 38 the smart APA function and the APA key of the remote commander do not activate Make adjustments for the input signals using the Adjust Signal on the INPUT SETTING menu e When an SXGA signal is input the image may extend beyond the edges of the screen In this case input a signal with no black edges around the image and disconnect and reconnect the cable or select the input signal by pressing the INPUT key Specifications SJOUIO 47 Warning on power connection Use the supplied power cord when you use the projector in your country region Otherwise use a proper power cord meeting the following specifications The United Continental UK Australia Japan States Europe Canada Korea Plug type YP 11 YP 21 SP 61 B8 YP 13 Female end YC 13L YC 13L YC 13L C7 2 YC 13L Cord type SPT 2 H0O3VVH2 F HO3VVH2 F HO3VVH2 F VCTFK Rated Voltage amp 1
37. ind of input signals For details see Input signals and adjustable setting items on page 35 When the video signal is input INPUT SETTING Wide Mode CANDA M otf Sel Set Exit CWD Setting items Functions Initial setting Wide Mode Sets the aspect ratio of the picture Off When a picture with a ratio of 4 3 is input e On When a picture with a ratio of 16 9 squeezed is input from a DVD player Off When the signal is input from a computer INPUT SETTING INPUT SETTING Adjust Signal Scan Converter S SBS 59 SIGNAL SETTING Dot Phase 24 H Size 1504 Shift H 181 V 34 Sel OO Set E Exit QE Sel Set Gis Back O Exit U Setting items Functions Initial setting Adjust Signal Dot Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal output from a computer Adjust the picture further for finer picture after the picture is adjusted by pressing the APA key H Size Adjusts the horizontal size of a picture output from a computer Adjust the setting according to the dots of the input signal For details see page 46 Set according to the input signal The INPUT SETTING Menu nus e Buisn sues pue sjueujsnipy 27 28 Setting items Functions Initial setting Shift Adjusts the position of the picture H adjusts
38. ir Shot stored on the CD ROM VPL CX76 only Connecting a Computer This section describes how to connect the projector to a computer For more information refer to the computer s instruction manual To connect a computer Left side to USB connector n gt Computer to monitor output C to audio output gt USB cable supplied Connect the USB cable to use a wireless mouse HD D sub 15 pin cable supplied Stereo audio connecting cable not supplied Use a no resistance cable The projector accepts VGA SVGA XGA SXGA and SXGA signals However we recommend that you set the output mode of your computer to XGA mode for the external monitor If you set your computer such as a notebook computer to output the signal to both your computer s display and the external monitor the picture of the external monitor may not Connecting the Projector aNPlid 24 Buod 13 14 appear properly Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with a video output connector of a type having two rows of pins use a commercially available plug adaptor USB function When connecting the projector to a computer using the USB cable for the first time the computer recognizes the USB hu
39. ken flashes gt Consult with qualified Sony personnel The TEMP FAN indicator e The internal temperature is unusually high lights up gt Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes e The projector is being used at a high altitude gt Ensure that High Altitude Mode on the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to On Both the LAMP COVER and TEMP FAN indicators light up The electrical system has broken down gt Consult with qualified Sony personnel Messages List Warning Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen Message High temp Probably use in high altitude Switch to high altitude mode on Yes No T Meaning and Remedy Internal temperature is too high gt When using the projector at an altitude of 1 500 m or higher set High Altitude Mode on the INSTALL SETTING menu to On see page 33 gt If this message appears on the screen when using the projector at normal altitudes check to see if anything is blocking the ventilation holes exhaust High temp Lamp off in 1 min The internal temperature is too high gt Turn off the power gt Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes Troubleshooting Message Frequency is out of range Meaning and Remedy s This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the acceptable range of the projecto
40. les you to run a simple presentation without connecting a computer The Projector Station for Presentation software is supplied with the projector allowing you to create files for a presentation Features For more information refer to Operating Instructions for Memory Stick and Projector Station for Presentation in Help Presentation tool with a laser pointer The supplied presentation tool allows you to use a laser pointer or to change a slide to the next or previous page during your Air Shot presentation Quiet presentation environment Low fan noise reduces distraction allowing you to run an optimum presentation even in a quiet environment Easy setup and simple operation Advanced Intelligent Auto setup function with auto focus adjustment Simply press the power key and the projector automatically performs the setups required before use The projector opens the lens protector corrects the V Keystone adjusts the focus automatically detects a signal and sets optimum conditions for projection Powered zoom focus equipped The projector is equipped with a powered zoom and powered focus lens allowing you to adjust the size and focus of an image with the Remote Commander away from the projector Short focal lens The projection distance is very short approximately 2 4 m 7 8 feet when projecting an 80 inch image which allows projection on a larger screen even in a limited space
41. ling the Computer Using the Supplied Remote Commander When Using the USB Cable on page 22 ENTER key FUNCTION 1 2 3 keys The FUNCTION 1 and 2 keys do not work on this unit The auto focus function works when the FUNCTION 3 key is pressed Strap holder For attaching a strap RESET ESCAPE key Functions as a RESET key Resets the value of an item to its factory preset value or returns the enlarged image to its original size This key functions when the menu or a setting item is displayed on the screen Q D ZOOM Digital Zoom key Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen D t 4 lt keys Arrow MENU TAB key Functions as a MENU key APA Auto Pixel Alignment key Automatically adjusts a picture to its clearest while a signal is input from a computer For details see Smart APA in The SET SETTING Menu on page 29 VOLUME keys LENS key Each time you press this key the Focus adjustment and Zoom adjustment menus are displayed alternately Location and Function of Controls PJ NETWORK Projector Network selector switch Normally set to PJ COMMAND ON OFF switch When this switch is set to OFF the keys on the Remote Commander do not function This saves battery power Infrared transmitter To install batteries 1 Push and slide the lid to open it then install the two size AA R6 batteries supplied with the correct pol
42. lling the Computer Using the Supplied Presentation Tool When Using the Air Shot VPL CX76 only When you are using the Air Shot to project the picture from a computer you can perform some operations for a slide show using the supplied presentation tool The following keys on the presentation tool are usable Key Function LASER Emits a laser beam lt SLIDE gt Changes the slides in the forward backward direction Other Functions Key Function B Displays cancels a black screen during the slide show Also available when you are not using the Air Shot e If there is any obstruction between the presentation tool and the remote control detector on the projector the presentation tool may not function properly e A black screen may not be displayed even if you press the B key depending on the operating system OS of the language of your computer Off amp Go Function If you are leaving the conference room immediately turn the projector off and then after the lens protector closes and the powered tilt adjuster is retracted into the projector you can unplug the AC power cord After the AC power cord is unplugged the fan runs for a certain time automatically e When unplugging the AC power cord ensure that the lens protector has closed and the powered tilt adjuster has been retracted into the projector Moving the projector with the powered tilt adjuster extend
43. man interface device wireless mouse function automatically Recommended operating environment When you use the USB function connect the USB cable as illustrated The USB function can be used on a computer loaded with Windows 98 Windows 98 SE Windows ME Windows 2000 or Windows XP preinstalled models e Your computer may not start correctly when connected to the projector via the USB cable In this case disconnect the USB cable restart the computer then connect the computer to the projector using the USB cable This projector is not guaranteed for suspend or standby mode When you use the projector in suspend or standby mode disconnect the projector from the USB port on the computer Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments When you connect a USB capable Macintosh computer to the projector using the USB cable wireless mouse functions become available A Memory Stick inserted into the Memory Stick slot on the projector cannot be accessed from the Projector Station for Presentation VPL CX76 only Connecting the Projector Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to a VCR For more information refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting To connect to a video or S video output connector Left side to audio output Video cable not supplied or S Video cable not
44. n the password screen is displayed enter the password that was set If you fail to enter the correct password after three tries the projector cannot be used In this case press the UCD key to turn off the power To cancel the security lock 1 Press the MENU key then turn off the Security Lock setting on the INSTALL SETTING menu 2 Enter the password Enter the password that was set If you call the customer service center because you have forgotten the password you will need to be able to verify the projector s serial number and your identity This process may differ in other countries regions Once your identity has been confirmed we will provide you with the password Security Lock Q Q 3 lt a 3 D T O S Q 5 D 21 22 Other Functions Controlling the Computer Using the Supplied Remote Commander When Using the USB Cable When you connect a computer to the projector using the USB cable you can control the mouse of the computer using the Remote Commander The R L CLICK keys and joystick function as follows Key and joystick Function R CLICK front Right button L CLICK rear Left button Joystick Corresponds to the movements of the mouse For details see To connect a computer on page 13 Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the projector Contro
45. nd or other countries s VGA SVGA XGA and SXGA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation U S A Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc e VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association e Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association e Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation e Air Shot is a trademark of Sony Corporation e Side Shot is a trademark of Sony Corporation Features 5 M NA 6 Location and Function of Controls Top Front Left Side Control panel For details see Control Panel on page 7 Front remote control detector Lens protector lens cover The lens protector opens automatically when the power is turned on Powered tilt adjuster Ventilation holes exhaust Connector Panel For details see Connector Panel on page 8 Location and Function of Controls AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord Rear remote control detector Adjusters hind pad Turn the appropriate adjuster to the right or left for minor tilt adjustment of the projected picture Ventilation holes intake Lamp cover Ventilation holes intake Speaker Security lock Connects to an optional security c
46. ojector has 20 types of user memories for Input A into which you can save the setting of the adjusted data for an unpreset input signal When an unpreset signal is input for the first time a memory number is displayed as 0 When you adjust the data of the signal using the INPUT SETTING menu it will be registered in the projector If more than 20 user memory items are registered the newest memory always overwrites the oldest one See the chart on page 46 to find if the signal is registered in the preset memory Since the data for the following signals is recalled from the preset memory you can The INPUT SETTING Menu use these preset data items by adjusting H Size Make finer adjustments by adjusting Shift Signal Memory No SIZE Super Mac 2 23 1312 SGI 1 23 1320 Macintosh 19 25 1328 Macintosh 21 27 1456 Sony News 36 1708 PC 9821 36 1600 1280 x 1024 WS Sunmicro 37 1664 When the aspect ratio of input signal is other than 4 3 a part of the screen is displayed in black The SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector SET SETTING CE Inputa Smart APA On a Auto Input Search Off Input A Signal Sel Computer gt e Input B Select Air Shot Color System Auto Em Power Saving off a IR Receiver Front amp Rear E Illumination On Re Panel Key Lock Off Om Se 00 Set Guy Erit D
47. omputer cannot be controlled with the presentation tool VPL e The USB cable is being used e The Air Shot is not being used gt The presentation tool is designed to be used with the Air Shot The control panel keys do not function CX76 only Use the Remote Commander to operate the device connected via the USB cable Others Symptom Cause and Remedy The control panel keys are locked gt Unlock the control panel keys see page 30 Troubleshooting 4 SIOUIO k Indicators Symptom The LAMP COVER indicator flashes Cause and Remedy e The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached gt Attach the cover securely see pages 37 and 38 e The lens protector did not open due to a problem gt Incase of emergency slide the lens protector open by hand and then press the I key If this problem occurs again consult with qualified Sony personnel e The electrical system may have broken down gt Consult with qualified Sony personnel The LAMP COVER indicator lights up The lamp has reached the end of its life gt Replace the lamp see page 36 e The lamp has reached a high temperature gt Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power again e If the LAMP COVER indicator still lights even after you have replaced the lamp the electrical system may break down gt Consult with qualified Sony personnel The TEMP FAN indicator The fan is bro
48. on tool y POJECHING 5 reiret EEn EEEn aE dees R Remote Commander sss sese eee 9 front remote control detector 6 location and function of controls 9 rear remote control detector 4 6 Reset resettable items e 25 resetting an item sees eee eee eee eee 25 S Scan Converter sirsie ia 28 Screen size 12 44 Security LOCK oi ss iedsssessavsdesshsesssscdedendeseseees 33 Sharpness hss a R 26 Te k EE E 28 Side Shot spe B23 33 Smart APA recensar 29 Specifications saaya isaba 44 Startup SCTECM 5 ssesccnccseserseassasenceneeconey 16 BIDE sisne erana nan 31 Supplied accessories sese eee 45 T Test Pattern issscssvisssstecssavssa Greccadestseesedes 32 Tp seiiet nnen 32 Troubleshooting sese eee ee eee eee 39 U USB connector essere rsson 13 V E eT 32 NT 26 W AST IA Te T 27 Index SJOUlO 53 Sony Corporation http www sony net
49. preset memory No 3 4 i Expect preset memory No 5 45 47 48 50 3 VPL CX76 only The INFORMATION Menu 35 36 gt Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as a light source is consumable product Thus replace the lamp with a new one in the following cases s When the lamp has burnt out or dims e Please replace the Lamp appears on the screen e The LAMP COVER indicator lights up The lamp life varies depending on conditions of use Use an LMP C161 Projector Lamp as the replacement lamp Use of any other lamps than the LMP C161 may cause damage to the projector The lamp remains hot after the projector is turned off with the 1 key If you touch the lamp you may burn your finger When you replace the lamp wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool e If the lamp breaks consult with qualified for personal Pull out the lamp by holding the handle If you touch the lamp you may be burned or injured e When removing the lamp make sure it remains horizontal then pull straight up Do not tilt the lamp If you pull out the lamp while it is tilted and if the lamp breaks the pieces may scatter causing injury 1 Turn off the projector and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet When replacing the lamp after using the projector wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool 2 Place a protective sheet cloth beneath the projector Turn the projector over so you can se
50. r gt Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency s The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too high gt Set the output setting to XGA see page 13 Please check Input A Signal Sel You have input an RGB signal from the computer when Input A Signal Sel on the SET SETTING menu is set to Component gt Set Input A Signal Sel correctly see page 29 Please replace the Lamp e It is time to replace the lamp gt Replace the lamp e When this message appears even after replacing the lamp the task has not been completed gt Perform the operation of steps 8 and 9 on page 37 gt To erase a message press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander Please clean the filter It is time to clean the filter gt Clean the filter see page 38 Caution Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen Message Not applicable Meaning and Remedy You have pressed the wrong key gt Press the appropriate key The panel keys are locked Panel Key Lock on the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to On gt All the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander see page 30 Troubleshooting SJOUIO 43 44 Specifications Optical characteristics Projection sys
51. r When you connect the projector to the computer you can control the mouse function with the supplied Remote Commander G INPUT A connector HD D sub 15 pin female Inputs a computer signal video GBR signal component signal or DTV signal depending on the connected equipment Connects to the output connector of equipment using the supplied cable or an optional cable For details see Connecting a Computer on page 13 and Connecting a VCR on page 14 AUDIO jack stereo minijack To listen to sound output from video equipment or a computer connect via this jack to the audio output of the video equipment or the computer Video input connector Connects 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 s VIDEO phono type Connects to the composite video output of video equipment Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as those on the control panel function identically COMMAND v A 0 Co PJ NETWORH MUTING JU RESTE NU 5 TAB SHOT O do Sr oie L CLICK E R CLICK gt RESET ESGAPE Q FUNCTION SONY PROJECTOR rRm Pum17 9 Ud On Standby key MUTING keys Cut off the picture and sound e PIC Cuts off the picture Press again to restore the picture s AUDIO Press to temporarily cut off the audio output from
52. rest Sony dealer Pin assignment INPUT A connector HD D sub 15 pin female 5 1 10 0000 dls o0000 15 11 1 R R Y 9 N C 2 G Y 10 GND 3 B B Y 11 GND 4 GND 12 DDC SDA 5 GND 13 HD C Sync 6 GND R 14 VD 7 GND G 15 DDC SCL 8 GND B Specifications SJOUIO 45 Preset signals Me Preset signal fH kHz fV Hz Sync SIZE 0 1 Video 60 Hz 60 Hz 15 734 59 940 2 Video 50 Hz 50 Hz 15 625 50 000 3 480 601 480 601 15 734 59 940 S on G Y or Composite Sync 4 575 S0i 575 501 15 625 50 000 S on G Y or Composite Sync 5 1080 60i 1035 60i 1080 60i 33 750 60 000 S on G Y 6 640 x 350 VGA mode 1 31 469 70 086 H pos V neg 800 R VGA VESA 85 Hz 37 861 85 080 H pos V neg 832 8 640 x 400 PC 9801 Normal 24 823 56 416 H neg V neg 848 9 VGA mode 2 31 469 70 086 H neg V pos 800 10 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37 861 85 080 H neg V pos 832 11 640 x 480 VGA mode 3 31 469 59 940 H neg V neg 800 12 Macintosh 13 35 000 66 667 H neg V neg 864 13 VGA VESA 72 HZ 37 861 72 809 H neg V neg 832 14 VGA VESA 75 Hz 37 500 75 000 H neg V neg 840 15 VGA VESA 85 Hz 43 269 85 008 H neg V neg 832 16 800 x 600 SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35 156 56 250 H pos V pos 1024 17 SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37 879
53. rs in spite of inputting the correct signal from INPUT A The setting of Input A Signal Sel on the SET SETTING menu is incorrect gt Select Computer Video GBR or Component correctly according to the input signal see page 29 On screen display does not appear Status on the MENU SETTING menu has been set to Off gt Set Status on the MENU SETTING menu to On see page 32 Color balance is incorrect e The picture has not been adjusted properly gt Adjust the picture see page 26 e The projector is set to the wrong color system gt Set Color System on the SET SETTING menu to match the color system being input see page 29 The picture is too dark e Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly gt Adjust the contrast or brightness on the Adjust Picture menu properly see page 26 e The lamp has burnt out or is dim gt Replace the lamp with a new one see page 36 The picture is not clear e The picture is out of focus gt Adjust the focus see page 17 e Condensation has accumulated on the lens gt Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on The image extends beyond the screen The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges around the image gt Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key gt Adjust Shift on the INPUT SETTING menu properly see page 28
54. s throughout this manual Any differences in operation are indicated in the text for example VPL CX76 only Operating Instructions for the VPL CX86 VPL CX80 on the CD ROM This Operating Instructions has been prepared for the VPL CX86 VPL CX80 This instruction is not used for this unit Operating Instructions for Memory Stick on the CD ROM VPL CX76 only This Operating Instructions describes how to view slides using files sorted in a Memory Stick Operating Instructions for Air Shot on the CD ROM VPL CX76 only This Operating Instructions describes how to set up and operate the Air Shot User s Guide for the USB Wireless LAN Module Utility on the CD ROM VPL CX76 only Japanese and English only This Operating Instructions describes how to set up the USB Wireless LAN module You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 0 or higher is installed to read the Operating Instructions stored on the CD ROM Software on the CD ROM Projector Station for Air Shot Version 2 VPL CX76 only Japanese and English only This is an application software for transmitting data from a computer to the projector via wireless LAN Projector Station for Presentation VPL CX76 only Japanese and English only This is an application software for creating the files for a presentation performed using the Memory Stick USB Wireless LAN Module Utility VPL CX76 only English only This is an software
55. tector The operation range is limited The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander Presentation tool and the projector is the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes 11 Location and Function of Controls M Q gt Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the screen Use the following table as a guide k Screen YZ Distance between the screen and the center of the lens Unit m feet Screen size 40 80 100 150 200 250 300 inches Minimum 1 2 2 4 3 0 4 5 6 0 75 9 0 Distance 3 9 7 9 9 8 14 8 19 7 24 6 29 5 Maximum 1 4 2 7 3 4 5 2 6 9 8 7 10 4 Distance 4 6 8 9 11 2 17 1 22 6 28 5 34 1 There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table above 12 Installing the Projector Connecting the Projector When you connect the projector make sure to s Turn off all equipment before making any connections Use the proper cables for each connection Insert the cable plugs firmly loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of picture signals When pulling out a cable be sure to pull it out by the plug not the cable itself When connecting to a wireless LAN using the Air Shot see Operating Instructions for A
56. tem 3 LCD panels 1 lens projection system LCD panel 0 79 inch XGA panel about 2 360 000 pixels 786 432 pixels x 3 Lens 1 2 times zoom lens powered f 23 5 to 28 2 mm F1 6 to 1 78 Lamp 165 W UHP Projected picture size 40 to 300 inches measured diagonally ANSI lumen 2500 Im VPL CX76 ANSI lumen 2000 Im VPL CX70 When the Lamp Mode is set to High Throwing distance When placed on the floor When an XGA signal is input 40 inch 1 2 to 1 4 m 3 9 to 4 6 feet 80 inch 2 4 to 2 7 m 7 9 to 8 9 feet 100 inch 3 0 to 3 4 m 9 8 to 11 2 feet 150 inch 4 5 to 5 2 m 14 8 to 17 1 feet 200 inch 6 0 to 6 9 m 19 7 to 22 6 feet 250 inch 7 5 to 8 7 m 24 6 to 28 5 feet 300 inch 9 0 to 10 4 m 29 5 to 34 1 feet There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown above Light output D ANSI lumen is a measuring method desceived in American National Standard IT 7 228 Electrical characteristics Color system NTSC3 58 PAL SECAM NTSC4 43 PAL M PAL N PAL60 system switched automatically manually NTSC4 43 is the color system used when playing back a video recorded in NTSC ona NTSC4 43 system VCR 750 horizontal TV lines Video input Resolution 1 024 x 768 dots RGB input Specifications Acceptable computer signals fH 19 to 92 kHz fV 48 to 92 Hz Maximum input signal resolution SXGA 1400 x 1050 fV 60 Hz D Set the resolution and the fr
57. 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 lt or the gt key to adjust the horizontal position and the T and T key for the vertical position Set according to the input signal Scan Converter Converts the signal to display the picture according to the screen size When set to 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 On smaller Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing modifying the original picture by switching to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers which are legally protected About the Preset Memory No This projector has 45 types of preset data for input signals the preset memory When a preset signal is input the projector automatically detects the signal type and recalls the data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture The memory number and signal type of that signal are displayed on the INFORMATION menu See page 34 You can also adjust the preset data through the INPUT SETTING menu This pr
58. the speaker Press again or press the VOLUME key to restore the sound INPUT key TILT KEYSTONE Vertical horizontal trapezoidal distortion correction key Adjusts the tilt of the projector or the horizonal vertical trapezoidal distortion of the image manually Each time you press this key the Tilt menu the V Keystone menus and the Side Shot menu are displayed in turn Use the arrow keys LL aae for adjustment Memory Stick key VPL CX76 only Displays the Memory Stick Home When the input signal is other than from a Memory Stick it switches to Memory Stick When there are the files to be displayed in the Memory Stick Home the slide show begins For details see Operating Instructions for Memory Stick stored on the CD ROM Q FREEZE key Freezes the projected picture To cancel the frozen picture press the key again AIR SHOT key VPL CX76 only Displays the Air Shot Home When the input signal is other than from Air Shot it switches to Air Shot When using the Air Shot the list box of computers that can be connected appears For details see Operating Instructions for Air Shot stored on the CD ROM Location and Function of Controls 9 M Q 10 Mouse emulation keys These keys function as the mouse buttons of a computer only when the projector is connected to a computer using the USB cable For details see Control
59. the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom _ Sets a higher value Auto Side Shot Corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion of the picture using the 4 gt keys on the Remote Commander When the right side is longer than the left side cD Set to a higher value direction When the left side is longer than the right side O Set to a lower value direction Set the adjustment level to 0 if you want to adjust the picture more widely using V Keystone only Auto Focus When set to Off the focus adjustment does not work automatically when the projector is turned on Image Flip Flips the image on the screen horizontally and or vertically s Off The image does not flip e HV Flips the image horizontally and vertically s H Flips the image horizontally s V Flips the image vertically Off Background Selects the background color of the screen when no signal is input to the projector Select Black or Blue Normally set to Blue Blue Test Pattern When set to On a test pattern is displayed on the screen during Lens Zoom adjustment Lens Focus Side Shot or V Keystone Off Lamp Mode Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection e High luminates the projected image brightly e Standard Reduces fan noise and power consumption The brightness of the projected image will be lower compare
60. viously adjusted position and adjusts the focus Projecting aNPlid 24 Buod 15 e The projection size that can be adjusted with the automatic focus adjustment is from 40 inch up to 150 inch However it may not be perfectly adjusted depending on the brightness of the room the state of the screen or the use of the Side Shot In this case adjust it manually in step 8 on page 17 When the projector is turned on the Startup screen is projected VPL CX76 only For details see the attached Operating Instructions for Memory Stick stored on the CD ROM Turn on the equipment connected to the projector Press the INPUT key to select the input source Each time you press the key the input signal switches as follows Input A Input B Video S Video VPL CX76 only Press INPUT to display Computer connected to Input A the INPUT A connector To input from Air Shot Memory Input B Stick when you use the Air Shot Memory Stick VPL CX76 only Video equipment Video connected to the VIDEO input connector Video equipment S Video connected to the S VIDEO input connector Smart APA Auto Pixel Alignment adjusts the picture of the connected equipment so that it is projected clearly Projecting For Input B input from the Air Shot or Memory Stick can be switched by selecting with the Input B Select menu or pressing the
61. yed value is approximate fV Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal The displayed value is approximate Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on These are only displayed on the screen You cannot alter the display and these is no setting to be altered The INFORMATION Menu Input signals and adjustable setting items Adjust Picture menu Item Input signal Video or S Component Video GBR Computer B amp W Air Shot or Video Y C Memory Stick 2 Picture Mode e L o Adjust Picture Contrast L J L L Brightness e e V Color J Hue e e L NTSC 3 58 4 43 only Sharpness U Gamma Mode 3 o 5 Color Temp e L Volume U U Adjustable can be set gt Not adjustable cannot be set T Preset memory No 3 4 only Q 2 VPL CX76 only 3 INPUT SETTING menu b a Item Input signal W Video or S Component Video GBR Computer B amp W Air Shot or Video Y C Memory ro Stick o Cc Adjust Signal 2 Dot Phase e z H Size o z Shift z e o 6 2 Scan Converter lower than SVGA Wide Mode e e e o z Adjustable can be set Not adjustable cannot be set L Expect
62. ys the on screen menu Press again to clear the menu ENTER A V lt gt Arrow keys Used to enter the settings of items in the menu system select a menu or make various adjustments FOCUS keys Adjusts the picture focus ZOOM keys Adjusts the picture size SIDE SHOT key Adjusts the horizontal trapezoidal distortion H keystone correction of the picture For details see Even when projecting using Side Shot the four sides of a picture may sometimes not be parallel to the respective sides of a screen frame on page 33 and Side Shot and V Keystone Adjustments on page 49 Status indicators s POWER SAVING Lights when the projector is in power saving mode TEMP Temperature FAN Lights or flashes under the following conditions Lights when the temperature inside the projector becomes unusually high Flashes when the fan is broken LAMP COVER Lights or flashes under the following conditions Lights when the lamp has reached the end of its life or reaches a high temperature Location and Function of Controls 7 M NA Flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly For details see page 42 Connector Panel UUL ANNN II l Lily HTT TT Lil ll I T IHH UUUUL Open the cover to use the INPUT A or Video input connectors Access lamp VPL CX76 only
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