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Sony VPL-BW5 User's Manual

1. Memory Preset signal fH kHz fV Hz Sync No 1 Video 60 Hz 60 Hz 15 734 59 940 2 Video 50Hz 50 Hz 15 625 50 000 3 480 60i 480 601 15 734 59 940 S on G Y 4 575 50i 575 50i 15 625 50 000 SonG Y 5 480 60p 480 60p Progressive 31 470 60 000 SonG Y component NTSC 6 575 50p 575 50p Progressive 31 250 50 000 SonG Y component PAL 7 1080 60i 1035 60i 1080 60i 33 750 60 000 SonG Y 8 1080 50i 1080 50i 28 130 50 000 SonG Y 10 720 60p 720 60p 45 000 60 000 SonG Y 11 720 50p 720 50p 37 500 50 000 SonG Y 21 640 x 350 VGA mode 1 31 469 70 086 H pos V neg 22 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37 861 85 080 H pos V neg 23 640 x 400 PC 9801 Normal 24 823 56 416 H neg V neg 24 VGA mode 2 31 469 70 086 H neg V pos 25 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37 861 85 080 H neg V pos 26 640 x 480 VGA mode 3 31 469 59 940 H neg V neg 27 Macintosh 13 35 000 66 667 H neg V neg 28 VGA VESA 72 Hz 37 861 72 809 H neg V neg 29 VGA VESA 75 Hz 37 500 75 000 H neg V neg 30 VGA VESA 85 Hz 43 269 85 008 H neg V neg 31 800 x 600 SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35 156 56 250 H pos V pos 32 SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37 879 60 317 H pos V pos 33 SVGA VESA 72 Hz 48 077 72 188 H pos V pos 34 SVGA VESA 75 Hz 46 875 75 000 H pos V pos 35 SVGA VESA 85 Hz 53 674 85 061 H pos V pos 36 832 x 624 Macintosh 16 49 724 74 550 H neg V neg 37 1024 x 768 XGA VESA 60 Hz 48 363 60 004 H neg V neg 38 XGA VESA 70 Hz 56 476 70 069 H neg V neg 39 XGA VESA 75 Hz 60 023 75
2. 51 Specifications see 52 Installation Diagram 56 Floor Installation Front Projection sss 56 Ceiling Installation Front Projection sss 58 Index nie RES esti eg 62 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 Becareful not to get your fingers caught in the adjuster Do not spread a cloth or paper under the unit On preventing internal heat build up After you turn off the power with the VC On standby switch do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet while the cooling fan is still running Caution The projector is equipped with ventilation holes in
3. 104 5 4 1 42 2 15 9 Center of the lens Holes for mounting a projector suspension support 7 Ceiling jm Center of the lens Foremost part of the cabinet Center of the lens Center of the screen Hole for mounting a projector suspension support front 10 4 3 8 26 7 1 72 5 2 fe Center of the lens Distance between the front of the cabinet and the hole for mounting a projector suspension support front Unit mm inches This section describes the examples for installing the projector on the ceiling When installing the projector on the ceiling use a Projector Suspension Support recommended by Sony For ceiling installation ask for qualified Sony personnel See the chart on page 59 concerning the installation measurements The alphabetical letters in the illustrations indicate the distances below a distance between the hole front for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom surface of this projector and the center of the screen b distance between the hole front for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom surface of this projector and the ceiling X distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen 58 When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to Full 2 Unit mm inches PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 a N 1270 1910 2550 3190
4. Adjuster not stretched and the V Keystone function has been done When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to Full 2 Unit m feet Projected image size 40 80 100 150 200 250 300 diagonal inches Minimum Distance 1 2 2 5 3 1 4 6 6 2 7 7 9 3 3 9 8 2 10 2 15 1 20 3 25 3 30 5 Maximum Distance 1 5 2 9 3 7 5 6 7 4 9 3 11 1 4 9 9 5 12 1 18 4 24 3 30 5 36 4 There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table above Notes on Wide Mode settings When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to the mode other than Full 2 black bands may appear at the top and bottom or right and left of the screen When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to 4 3 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 88 of Full 2 size When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to 16 9 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 97 of Full 2 size For details on installation see Installation Diagram on page 56 16 2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen Top view Screen nn When using a screen with an uneven surface stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications This is not a
5. Message Lists Warning Message Message Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter Meaning and Remedy It is time to replace the lamp and clean the air filter gt Replace the lamp page 49 and clean the filter page 51 When this message appears even after replacing the lamp the task has not been completed 2 Perform the operation of steps 10 to 13 on page 50 Caution Message Message Not applicable Meaning and Remedy You have pressed the wrong button 2 Press the appropriate button 48 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 When the lamp has burnt out or dims Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter appears on the screen The LAMP COVER indicator lights up repeats flashing three times The lamp life varies depending on conditions of use Use an LMP E190 Projector Lamp as the replacement lamp Use of any other lamps than the LMP E190 may cause damage to the projector If the lamp breaks ask qualified Sony personnel to replace the lamp and to check inside Pull out the lamp by holding the handle When removing the lamp make sure it remains horizontal then pull straight up Do not tilt the lamp If you pull out the lamp while tilted and if the lamp breaks the pieces may scatter causing injury 1 Turn off the projector and disconnect
6. Insert the batteries side first as shown in the illustration Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may Push and slide to open cause a short circuit and may generate heat Caution about handling the remote control Handle the remote control with care Do not drop or step on it or spill liquid of any kind onto it Do not place the remote control in a location near a heat source a place subject to direct sunlight or a damp room 12 Step 1 Installing the Projector The projector displays pictures output from a VCR or other devices The projector can be used in various places and you can enjoy viewing beautiful pictures easily Before Setting Up the Projector Unsuitable installation Do not place the projector in the following situations which may cause malfunction or damage to the projector Poorly ventilated location Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build up Do not place the unit on surfaces rugs blankets etc or near materials curtains draperies that may block the ventilation holes When internal heat builds up due to blockage of ventilation holes the temperature sensor will function and the power will be turned off automatically Leave space of more than 30 cm 11 T g inches around the unit Be careful not to allow the ventilation holes to inhale tiny objects such as pieces of paper or clumps of dust Hot and humid Avoid install
7. It indicates the input channel when the power is turned on or the INPUT button is pressed Off Input A Signal Sel Selects the type of signal input from the equipment connected to the INPUT A connector Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by selecting Input A with the INPUT button Auto Selects the input signal type automatically Computer Inputs the signal from a computer Component Inputs the component signal from a DVD player recorder Blu ray Disc player digital tuner etc Video GBR Inputs the signal from a TV game or HDTV broadcast Auto 39 snusyy eui Bu sn Setting items Functions Initial setting Color System Selects the color system of the input signal If you select Auto the projector detects the color system of the input signal automatically If the picture is distorted or colorless select the color system according to the input signal Auto Power Saving Selects the Power Saving mode Lamp off The lamp goes off if no signal is input for 10 minutes The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any button is pressed Standby The projector goes into Standby mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes To use it turn on the power again Off The projector does not go into Power Saving mode Off IR Receiver Selects the remote control detectors IR Receiver on the front and rear of the projector Front amp Rear Activ
8. sn Setting items Functions Initial setting Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture The higher the setting the brighter the picture The lower the setting the darker the picture You can make adjustments by pressing BRIGHT on the remote control 50 Color Adjusts the intensity of the color density The higher the setting the greater the intensity The lower the setting the lower the intensity 50 Hue Adjusts the color tone The higher the setting the more greenish the picture becomes The lower the setting the more reddish the picture becomes 50 Sharpness Sharpens the outline of the picture or reduces the noise The higher the setting the sharper the picture The lower the setting the softer the picture thus reducing the noise 30 Gamma Mode Adjusts the response characteristics of the tone of the picture Select a favorite tone from three options Gammal Makes a scene a little brighter Gamma2 Makes a scene brighter Gamma3 Makes a scene darker Off Gamma Mode is Off Off Color Temp Adjusts the color temperature High Gives white colors a blue tint Middle Gives a neutral tint between High and Low Low Gives white colors a red tint Set according to the input signal DDE Dynamic Detail Enhancer According to the film source you have selected make a setting for playback Off Plays a vi
9. 029 H pos V pos 40 XGA VESA 85 Hz 68 677 84 997 H pos V pos 41 1152 x 864 SXGA VESA 70 Hz 63 995 70 019 H pos V pos 42 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 67 500 75 000 H pos V pos 43 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 77 487 85 057 H pos V pos 54 Memory Preset signal fH kHz fV Hz Sync No 44 1152 x 900 Sunmicro LO 61 795 65 960 H neg V neg 45 1280 x 960 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 60 000 60 000 H pos V pos 46 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 75 000 75 000 H pos V pos 47 1280 x 1024 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 63 974 60 013 H pos V pos 48 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 79 976 75 025 H pos V pos 49 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 91 146 85 024 H pos V pos 50 1400 x 1050 SXGA 60 Hz 65 317 59 978 H neg V pos 55 1280 x 768 WXGA 60Hz 47 716 59 870 H neg V pos 56 1280 x 720 WXGA 60Hz 44 772 59 885 H neg V pos 60 1360 x 768 1360 x 768 60 44 720 59 799 H neg V pos 61 1440 x 900 1440 x 900 60 55 935 59 887 H neg V pos 63 1280 x 800 1280 x 800 60 49 702 59 810 H neg V pos The receivable digital signals are preset signals of Memory No 3 to 11 26 32 37 45 47 50 55 and 56 When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input the picture may not be displayed properly 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 INPUT If t
10. 2 Cannot be set in the Dynamic mode INPUT SETTING menu Input signal Item Video S Video Component Video GBR Computer HDMI Y C Wide Mode o o o Adjust Signal Dot Phase H size o Shift e e e i Over Scan e e x e Adjustable can be set Not adjustable cannot be set 3 Can be set except preset memory number 49 45 snue N eui Duis Others This section describes how to solve the problems how to replace the lamp and air filter etc 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 The power has been turned off and on with the IKD switch at a short interval gt Wait for about 90 seconds before turning on the power page 27 The lamp cover is not secured gt Close the lamp cover securely page 49 The air filter cover is detached gt Attach the air filter cover securely page 51 Picture Symptom Cause and Remedy No picture A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong 2 Check that the proper connections have been made page 18 The connections are wrong 2 This projector is compatible with DDC2B Digital Data Chan
11. 3830 4800 5760 6400 8000 9610 50 75 174 a00 Tn 255 150 189 226 7g 252 315 378 In M 1430 2160 2880 3610 4330 5420 6510 7230 9050 10860 56 3 3 85 lia 113 ln 042 1 70 1 213 2563 2 2843 4 8563 8 427519 x Based on the calculation formula given below b Free a N PS x 31 147 x 1 03 32 0 16 4 a M PS x 37 367 x 0 97 32 0 16 4 x b PS x 4481 a 32 0 16 4 x 0 07344 2 3 72 5 The projected image size is the one when Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to Full 2 When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to other than Full 2 black bands may appear at the top and bottom or right and left of the screen When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to 4 3 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 88 of Full 2 size When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to 16 9 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 97 of Full 2 size The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following PS projected image size measured diagonally inches a distance between the hole front for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom surface of this projector and the center of the screen b distance between the projector suspension support mounti
12. Color System Auto Power Saving Off IR Receiver Front amp Rear Lamp Timer Reset tee bee ee 12Select Execute with and press The Lamp Timer is initialized to 0 and Change the Lamp and clean the Filter is displayed in the menu screen Change the Lamp and clean the Filter Yes No 9 Refer to page 51 for Cleaning the Air Filter 13Select Yes with f Lamp Timer Reset Complete is displayed in the menu screen Disposal of the used lamp Lamp in this product contains mercury Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance www eiae org Cleaning the Air Filter The air filter should be cleaned whenever you replace the lamp Remove the air filter and then remove the dust with a vacuum cleaner The time needed to clean the air filter will vary depending on the environment or how the projector is used 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 Draw out the air filter cover and remove it Air filter 4 Wash the air filter with a mild detergent solution and dry itin a shaded place B Attach the air filter so that it fits securely into each claw on t
13. Displays the model name Serial number Displays the serial number fH horizontal frequency Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal fV vertical frequency Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal Memory number Displays the preset memory number of the input signal Signal type Displays the type of the input signal Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on total usage e fH horizontal frequency and fV vertical frequency may not be displayed depending on the input signal used on the projector You cannot change any items listed above 44 Input Signals and Adjustable Setting Items Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal as indicated in the following tables The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu PICTURE SETTING menu Input signal Item Video or S Component VideoGBR Computer HDMI Video Y C Picture Mode e e e e e Adjust Picture Contrast e e e e e Brightness e e e e e Color e e eo E e Hue e o e z NTSC 3 58 4 43 only Sharpness e e e e Gamma e e e e e Mode Color Temp o 1 e e e DDE e e e e Interlace Interlace Interlace format only format format only only Adjustable can be set Not adjustable cannot be set a Except for preset memory No 7 8
14. according to the video signal received PICTURE MODE buttons Selects the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of picture or the environment BRIGHT button Adjusts the brightness of the picture Infrared transmitter QD U On standby switch QD PIC MUTING button Cuts off the picture Press again to restore the picture D APA Auto Pixel Alignment button Automatically adjusts a picture to its clearest while a signal is input from a computer page 39 B RESET button Resets the value of an item to its factory preset value This button functions when the menu or a setting item is displayed on the screen QD ADJ PIC button Adjusts the picture quality by selecting the adjustment items D CONTRAST button 11 04JUOD JO UOINEOOT Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the projector and screen how to connect the equipment from which you want to project the picture etc Unpacking Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items Remote control 1 and AC power cord 1 Size AA R6 batteries 2 Lens cap 1 When you have purchased the projector the lens cap was fitted onto the lens Remove this lens cap when you use the projector e Signal cable HD D sub 15 pin gt 3 x phono plug 1 9 885 125 47 SONY Operating Instructions this manual Warranty card 1 Inserting the batteries into the remote control
15. appear in the menu G page 45 34 To clear the menu Press MENU The menu disappears automatically if a button is not pressed for one minute To reset the items that have been adjusted Select an item that you want to reset then press RESET on the remote control The message Complete appears on the screen and the setting of the item that you have selected is reset to its factory preset value Items that can be reset are Contrast Brightness Color Hue and Sharpness in the Adjust Picture menu of the PICTURE SETTING menu Dot Phase H Size and Shift in the Adjust Signal menu of the INPUT SETTING menu Storage of the settings The settings are automatically stored in the projector memory when the button is pressed If no signal is input If there is no input signal the message Cannot adjust this item appears on the screen PICTURE SETTING Menu The PICTURE SETTING menu is used for adjusting the picture PICTURE SETTING 5 Input A PICTURE SETTING Picture Mode Adjust Picture A rADuusT PICTURE Standard Standard S k Contrast Brightness Gamma Mode Color Temp 2A O L Se MO Set Exit Gren Setting items Functions Initial setting Picture Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of picture or the environment
16. block the ventilation holes Avoid using a thick piled carpet or anything that covers the ventilation holes exhaust intake otherwise internal heat may build up Do not place a blocking object just in front of the lens q Do not place any object just in front of the lens that may block the light during projection Heat from the light may damage the object Use the PIC MUTING button to cut off the picture Do not use the security bar for transporting or installation Use the Security bar at the rear of the projector for a purpose of preventing theft by attaching a commercially available theft prevention cable for example If you lift the projector by holding the Security bar or hang the projector by using this bar it may cause the projector to fall or be damaged Usage at high altitude When using the projector at an altitude of 1 500 m or higher turn on High Altitude Mode in the INSTALL SETTING menu Failing to set this mode when using the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects such as reducing the reliability of certain components 15 suoneiedeid pue suonoeuuoo Positioning the Projector and a Screen The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen 1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen Side view Z Zp Screen Distance between the screen and the center of the lens
17. lower part of the HDMI input of the projector and the A mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same position If the picture from equipment connected to the projector with an HDMI cable is not clear check the settings of the connected equipment The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD Direct Stream Digital Signal or CEC Consumer Electronics control Signal To connect to a DVD player recorder Blu ray Disc player or digital tuner equipped with a video GBR component video connectors Rear of the projector ON Video signal flow Signal cable HD D sub 15 pin male gt 3 x phono plug DVD player recorder HDD recorder Blu ray Disc player digital tuner etc with video GBR component video connectors to video GBR or component output Set the aspect ratio by pressing WIDE MODE on the remote control or using Wide Mode in 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 component output connectors select Component with the Input A Signal Sel setting in the SET SETTING menu 19 suonejedejgd pue suonoeuuo To connect to a VCR equipped with the S video connector or video connector You can connect a DVD player recor
18. remote control does not work Cause and Remedy Batteries are dead gt Replace them with new batteries page 12 47 sieuio Indicators Symptom The LAMP COVER indicator flashes in orange Repetition rate of 2 flashes Cause and Remedy The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached gt Attach the cover securely pages 49 and 51 The LAMP COVER indicator flashes in orange Repetition rate of 3 flashes The lamp has reached the end of its life gt Replace the lamp page 49 The lamp has reached a high temperature 2 Wait for 60 seconds until the lamp cools then turn on the power again I CO switch flashes in red Repetition rate of 2 flashes The internal temperature is unusually high 2 Check to ensure that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes The projector is being used at a high altitude 2 Ensure that High Altitude Mode in the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to On I CO switch flashes in red Repetition rate of 4 flashes The fan is broken 2 Consult with qualified Sony personnel I CO switch flashes in red Repetition rate of 6 flashes Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the Vo switch stops flashing plug the power cord to the wall outlet then turn the projector on again If the VO switch flashes in red and the problem persists the electrical system has failed 2 Consult with qualified Sony personnel
19. the AC power cord from the AC outlet When you replace 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 see its underside Be sure that the projector is placed on a stable surface 3 Loosenthe screw with a Phillips screwdriver then open the lamp cover 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 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 49 sieuio Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp The power will not turn on if the lamp is not secured properly Do not allow any liquid or other objects into the slot to avoid electrical shock or fire 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 U switch lights in red 9 Press the I D switch to turn the projector on 10Press MENU and select the SET SETTING menu 11Select Lamp Timer Reset and press G 50 SET SETTING Smart APA Auto Input Search Input A Signal Sel Auto
20. 34 b Based on the calculation formula given below c Based on the calculation formula given below a N PS x 31 076 x 1 03 31 7 56 a M PS x 37 252 x 0 97 31 7 b x PS x 4 465 a 31 7 x 0 1405 4 5 c 2 x PS x 4465 a 31 7 x 0 1405 4 5 90 5 The projected image size is the one when Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to Full 2 When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to the mode other than Full 2 black bands may appear at the top and bottom or right and left of the screen When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to 4 3 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 88 of Full 2 size When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to 16 9 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 97 96 of Full 2 size The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following PS projected image size measured diagonally inches distance between the screen and the center of the lens distance between the floor and the center of the lens distance between the floor and the adjusters of the projector free minimum maximum ZRH UN 57 sieuio Ceiling Installation Front Projection The unit is set so that the bottom is parallel to the ceiling The V Keystone function has been done Center of the screen 69 5 23 4
21. Dynamic Select this for bright picture suitable for viewing it in a bright room Standard Select this for more natural picture than the picture with the Dynamic setting Cinema Select this for watching movies etc in a dark environment User 1 User 2 User 3 You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste and then store the settings Once the settings are stored you can view the picture with the adjusted picture quality by pressing PICTURE MODE on the remote control To store the settings 1 Select User 1 User 2 or User 3 2 Adjust the items you want in the menus Tips You can also adjust the picture quality in Dynamic Standard or Cinema and store the settings To reset everything to the factory settings select Picture Mode and press RESET on the remote control Some items may not be displayed in the PICTURE SETTING menu depending on the type of input signal For details see Input Signals and Adjustable Setting Items page 45 Set according to the input signal Adjust Picture each picture mode separately The projector can store the setting values of the following menu items for Contrast Adjusts the white area of pictures white level The higher the setting the greater the contrast The lower the setting the lower the contrast You can make adjustments by pressing CONTRAST on the remote control 80 35 snue N eui Bu
22. REEZE again The FREEZE function is available for only computer signal 32 Using the Menus This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the menus Operation through the Menus The projector is equipped with an on screen menu for making various adjustments and settings Some of the adjustable setting items are displayed in a pop up menu in an adjustment menu with no main menu or in the next menu window If you select an item name followed by dots the next menu window with setting items appears To change the on screen menu language see Step 4 Selecting the Menu Language G page 24 Fe nos uP RESET button 2 3 4 1 Display items The input signal and input signal setting indicators are displayed on the upper right corner of the menu window Input signal indicator amp Video 2 NTSC 3 58 Input signal setting indicator Input signal indicator Shows the selected input channel xS is displayed when no signal is input You can hide this indicator using Status in the MENU SETTING menu Input signal setting indicator When Input A is selected Shows Auto or Input A Signal Sel setting in the SET SETTING menu When Video or S Video is selected Shows Auto or the Color System setting in the SET SETTING menu 1 Press MENU The menu window appears The menu presently selected is shown as a yel
23. S ONY 4 118 727 01 1 Video Projector Operating Instructions VPL BW5 2008 Sony Corporation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT The nameplate is located on the bottom WARNING When installing the unit incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket outlet near the unit If a fault should occur during operation of the unit operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off or disconnect the power plug CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer When you dispose of the battery you must obey the law in the relative area or country For the customers in the U S A 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 rad
24. Smart APA Auto Pixel Alignment feature adjusts the picture of the connected equipment to its clearest 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 co ve5 Ol 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 Turning Off the Power 1 Press the I 5 switch A message POWER OFF Please press 1 switch again appears on the screen The message disappears if you press any button other than the I D switch or if you do not press any button for five seconds 2 Press the I switch again The I switch flashes in green and the fan continues to run to reduce internal heat Also the I C switch flashes quickly for the first 60 seconds During this time you will not be able to light up the I switch again with this switch 3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops running and the 1 5 switch lights in red 27 BunoeloJg Selecting the Wide Screen Mode You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to the video signal received LIGHT INPUT Erez ara MUTING WIDE MODE button Press WIDE MODE Each time you press the button you can change the Wide Mode setting in turn You can also
25. Use lt gt to adjust the horizontal position V As the setting for V vertical increases the picture moves up and as the setting decreases the picture moves down Use f to adjust the vertical position Set according to the input signal Wide Mode When the video signal is input You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the current input signal This item is enabled only when an video signal preset memory numbers 1 to 11 is input Normal A picture with normal 4 3 aspect ratio is displayed in the center of the screen to fill the vertical screen size Full A picture squeezed to 4 3 is displayed with the correct aspect ratio A 4 3 picture is enlarged horizontally to fit the 16 9 screen Zoom A normal 16 9 aspect ratio picture SD signal only is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the same ratio to fill the screen Wide Zoom A 4 3 aspect ratio picture SD signal only is enlarged over the entire screen properly The upper and lower portions of the screen are slightly cut off Set according to the input signal 37 snue N eui Bu sn Setting items Functions Initial setting Wide Mode You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be Set according to When the PC displayed for the current input signal This item is the input signal signal is input enabled only when an PC signal preset memory numbers 21 to 63 is input Full 1 Displays a picture on the whol
26. age 54 to find if the signal is registered in the preset memory When the aspect ratio of input signal is other than Full 2 a part of the screen may be displayed in black 38 SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector SET SETTING Smart APA Auto Input Search Input A Signal Sel eo Color System Power Saving IR Receiver Lamp Timer Reset On Off Auto Auto Off Front amp Rear Setting items Functions Initial setting Smart APA The APA Auto Pixel Alignment automatically adjusts Dot Phase H Size and Shift in the INPUT SETTING menu for the input signal from a computer On When a signal is input from a computer the APA functions automatically so that the picture can be seen clearly Once the specified input signal has been adjusted by the Smart APA it will not be readjusted even when the cable is disconnected and connected again or the input channel is changed You can adjust the picture by pressing APA on the remote control even if Smart APA is set to On Off APA functions only when you press APA on the remote control On Auto Input Search Detects the input signal and displays the detected input signal automatically when the INPUT button is pressed When set to On the projector detects input signals in the following order Input A HDMI Video and S Video
27. age horizontally and vertically H Flips the image horizontally V Flips the image vertically Off The image does not flip Off Background Selects the background color of the screen when no signal is input Select Black or Blue Normally set to Blue Blue Lamp Mode Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection High Illuminates the projected image brightly Standard Reduces fan noise and power consumption The brightness of the projected image will be lower compared with the High setting Standard High Altitude Mode Set to On when the projector is used at an altitude of 1 500 m or higher Off 42 The picture quality may deteriorate when the V Keystone function is used because it is an electrical correction If you set High Altitude Mode to On at an altitude of under 1 500 m the reliability of the lamp may be reduced The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly depending on the room temperature or the screen angle 43 snusyy eui Burs i 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 Model name INFORMATIO Serial No 3333333 Serial number No 23 Memory number Lamp Timer H Signal type Model name
28. ates both the front and rear detectors Front Activates the front detector only Rear Activates the rear detector only Front amp Rear Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamps reset the lamp timer Press APA 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 You can cancel the adjustment by pressing APA again while Adjusting appears on the screen The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal Adjust the Dot Phase H Size and Shift items in the INPUT SETTING menu when you adjust the picture manually If the input signal is not displayed correctly when Input A Signal Sel is set to Auto set it to conform the input signal 40 MENU SETTING Menu The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays SETTING Status Language Menu Position Start Up Image On English Center screen displays The languages available are English Nederlands Francais Italiano Deutsch Espafiol Portugu s Pycckun Svenska Norsk E As 88 rh c BaF rx REF EZO aw ner x and Turkce Setting items Functions Initial setting Status on screen Sets whether or not the on screen display is On display displayed S
29. deo signal in an interlace format without converting Progressive Converts an interlace format video signal to a progressive format Film Normally select this option Reproduces the 2 3 Pull Down film sources with smooth picture movement When the video signal with a format other than the 2 3 Pull Down is input Progressive is automatically selected Film 36 INPUT SETTING Menu The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal When the signal is input from a computer INPUT SETTING INPUT SETTING Adjust Signal Wide Mode Over Scan E SIGNAL SETTING Normal off Dot Phase 24 H Size 1504 Shift H 181 V 34 Se OO Set Exit Den Sel Set Back Exit Gen 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 Set according to the input signal H Size Adjusts the horizontal size of a picture output from a computer Adjust the setting according to the dots of the input signal page 54 Set according to the input signal Shift Adjusts the position of the picture H As the setting for H horizontal increases the picture moves to the right and as the setting decreases the picture moves to the left
30. der hard disk video recorder VCR or laser disk player which is not equipped with component video connectors See also the instruction manual of each equipment Speakers AV amplifier Rear of the projector eile INPUT A to S video or video output S video or video cable not supplied EN Video signal flow Tip In order to enjoy better video performance use S Video connector If the equipment to be connected has no S video connector connect the cable to the video output 20 Connecting to a Computer Rear of the projector Computer to monitor output c uuuuua HD D sub15 pin cable not supplied or HDMI DVI D cable not supplied EN Video signal flow Tip Set Input A Signal Sel in the SET SETTING menu to Auto or Computer If the input signal does not appear properly set it to Computer page 39 Notes The projector accepts VGA SVGA XGA SXGA SXGA WXGA signals However we recommend that you set the output mode of your computer to WXGA mode for the external monitor 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 If you set your computer such as a notebook type to output the signal to both computer s display and the external monitor the picture of the monitor may not a
31. e of the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the original picture Full 2 Displays a picture on the whole of the screen Normal Displays the picture while matching one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD The picture will be clear but the picture size will be smaller Zoom A normal 16 9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the same ratio to fill the screen Over Scan Hides the outer edges of the picture On On Hides the outer edges of the input picture Select this setting when noise appears along the edge of the picture Off Projects the whole of the input picture Some of the Wide Mode setting items are not displayed on the screen according to the input signal 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 page 44 You can also adjust the preset data through the INPUT SETTING menu See the chart on p
32. er the power is turned off with the UO switch The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power is turned off page 27 Lights in orange when the power saving mode is on INPUT button Selects an input signal The input signal will change whenever you press the button O 4 4 4 gt arrow enter buttons Used to enter the settings of items in the menu system select a menu or make various adjustments LAMP COVER indicators Flashes in orange under the following conditions A reception rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly A reception rate of 3 flashes when the lamp has reached the end of its life or reaches a high temperature MENU button Displays the on screen menu Press again to clear the menu PIC MUTING button Cuts off the picture Press again to restore the picture D Zoom ring Adjusts the picture size Q Focus ring Adjusts the picture focus SJOJ4UO2 JO UOIEIO Rear Bottom 8 Ventilation holes intake Air filter cover Adjusters fore pad Lamp cover Adjuster Adjusts the picture position page 23 S VIDEO INPUT connector mini DIN 4 pin Connects to the S video output of video equipment Q VIDEO INPUT connector phono type Connects to the video output of video equipment INPUT A connector HD D sub 15 pin female Inputs a computer signal video GBR signal component signa
33. et to Off to turn off the on screen displays except for the menus message when turning off the power and warning messages Language Selects the language used in the menu and on English Menu Position Selects the display position of the menu You can select from Top Left Bottom Left Center Top Right and Bottom Right Bottom Left Start Up Image Sets whether or not the start up image is displayed after the projector is turned off On Displays the Start Up Image in the window after turning on the power Off Does not display the Start Up Image in the window after turning on the power 41 snu eui Bu sn INSTALL SETTING Menu The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector INSTALL SETTING V Keystone Image Flip Background Lamp Mode High Altitude Mode Off Auto Off Blue Standard Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle Select Auto for automatic correction or Manual for manual correction using the them buttons When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top Sets a lower value When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom 7 Sets a higher value Auto Image Flip Flips the image on the screen horizontally and or vertically HV Flips the im
34. he air filter cover 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 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 the air filter so that it fits in a notch on the air filter cover 51 Ssieuio Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels 1 lens projection system LCD panel 0 59 inchvWXGA panel about 3 070 000 pixels 1280 x 800 x 3 Lens 1 2 times zoom lens f 18 53 to 22 18 mm F1 65 to 1 93 Lamp 190 W Ultra high pressure lamp Projected picture size 40 to 300 inches measured diagonally Light output 2000 Im D When the Lamp Mode is set to High Throwing distance 2 40 inch 1 2 to 1 5 m 3 9 to 4 9 feet 80 inch 2 5 to 2 9 m 8 2 to 9 5 feet 100 inch 3 1 to 3 7 m 10 2 to 12 1 feet 150 inch 4 6 to 5 6 m 15 1 to 18 4 feet 200 inch 6 2 to 7 4 m 20 3 to 24 3 feet 250 inch 7 7 to 9 3 m 25 3 to 30 5 feet 300 inch 9 3 to 11 1 m 30 5 to 36 4 feet 2 When placed on the floor the adjuster not stretched the V Keystone function has been done and Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to Full 2 There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown above Elec
35. he resolution of the input signal is different from the panel resolution the input signal is not displayed in its own resolution and letters or lines may be uneven 55 sieuio Installation Diagram Floor Installation Front Projection Distance between the front of the cabinet and the center of the lens Foremost part of the cabinet Front of the lens 14 6 19 32 Wall 77 Center of the X screen 3 YY Floor a Unit mm inches Adjuster not stretched and the V Keystone function has been done This section describes the examples of installing the projector on a desk etc The alphabetical letters in the illustration indicate the distances below a distance between the screen and the center of the lens b distance between the floor and the center of the lens C distance between the floor and the bottom of the adjusters of the projector X distance between the floor and the center of the screen free When Wide Mode in the INPUT SETTING menu is set to Full 2 Unit mm inches PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 a N 1250 1890 2530 3170 3810 4770 5730 6370 7970 9570 49 174 174 99 12474 150 Ye 187 7g 225 2507 13 71 376 M 1410 2140 2860 3580 4300 5390 6470 7200 9000 10810 55 5 8 847 g 112 a41 Tieg n 212 14 254 283 15 85474 425
36. ing the unit in a location where the temperature or humidity is very high or the temperature is very low To avoid moisture condensation do not install the unit in a location where the temperature may rise rapidly Locations subject to direct cool or warm air from an air conditioner Installing the projector in such a location may cause a malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature Near a heat or smoke sensor Malfunction of the sensor may occur 13 suonejedejgd pue suoosuuog Very dusty and extremely smoky locations Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or extremely smoky environment Otherwise the air filter will become obstructed and this may cause a malfunction of the unit or damage it Dust preventing the air passing through the filter may cause a rise in the internal temperature of the unit Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp Unsuitable conditions Do not use the projector under the following conditions Do not stand the unit upright on one side Avoid using the unit standing upright on its side It may cause malfunction O O l l Do not tilt the unit to the right or left Avoid tilting the unit to an angle of 15 and avoid installing the unit in any way other than placing it on a level surface or suspending from the ceiling Such an installation may cause color shading or shorten the lamp life excessively 14 Do not
37. io 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 2 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 All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules If you have any questions about this product you may call Sony Customer Information Service Center 1 800 222 7669 or http www sony com Declaration of Conformity Trade Name SONY Model VPL BW5 Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego CA 92127 U S A Telephone Number 858 942 2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful i
38. l or DTV signal depending on the connected equipment Connects to the output connector of equipment using the supplied cable or an optional cable Rear remote control detector HDMI connector Connects to the video output connector of the video equipment or the computer equipped with HDMI DVI output connector digital SERVICE RS 232C connector D sub 9 pin female Used for service only This is not for customers use QD AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord D Adjuster adjustment button Press to pull out the adjuster page 23 D Security bar An anti theft chain or wire commercially available can be connected to this bar If it is difficult to pull out pull out the security bar using a screwdriver Security bar QD Security lock Connects to an optional security cable from Kensington Web page address http www kensington com To maintain optimal performance clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp amp page 51 9 SJOJ1UuO2 JO UOINEOOT Remote Control 10 SONY SS LIGHT button Adjusts the white area of pictures white Illuminates the buttons on the remote level control INPUT button FREEZE key Freezes the projected picture To cancel the frozen picture press the button again 4 4 lt gt arrow enter buttons MENU button WIDE MODE button Changes the wide screen modes
39. l image When the Wide Mode is operated Changing the aspect ratio of the original picture will provide a different look from that of the original image 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 29 BunoeloJg Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or room conditions PICTURE MODE DYNAMIC eoe one BRIGHT CONTRAST 30 PICTURE MODE buttons DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA USER 1 USER 2 and USER 3 Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA and USER 1 USER 2 and USER 3 DYNAMIC The picture becomes bright suitable for viewing the picture in a bright room STANDARD The quality of the picture becomes more natural than the one selected by DYNAMIC CINEMA Recommended when viewing a movie in a dark place USER 1 USER 2 and USER 3 You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste and store the settings into the selected memory of the projector Press one of the USER 1 USER 2 and USER 3 buttons then adjust the picture by using the buttons on the remote control or the menus pages 31 and 35 The settings are stored and you can view the picture with the adju
40. lastikbeutel For the customers in Taiwan only RTENE EIK 3 Table of Contents Precautions eee 5 Location of Controls Top Front Side esses 6 Rear Bottom eee 8 Remote Control 10 Connections and Preparations Unpacking eeeeee 12 Step 1 Installing the Projector 13 Before Setting Up the Projector 13 Positioning the Projector and a DEIEEN anon ense 16 Step 2 Connecting the Projector 18 Connecting to a VCR 18 Connecting to a Computer 21 Step 3 Adjusting the Picture POSION se scutes eret 22 Step 4 Selecting the Menu Language seen 24 Projecting Projecting the Picture on the Screen 26 Turning Off the Power 21 Selecting the Wide Screen Mode 28 Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode 30 Adjusting the Picture Quality 31 Using Other Functions 32 Using the Menus Operation through the Menus 33 PICTURE SETTING Menu 35 INPUT SETTING Menu 37 SET SETTING Ment 39 MENU SETTING Menu 41 INSTALL SETTING Menu 42 INFORMATION Menu 44 Input Signals and Adjustable Setting Items 45 Others Troubleshooting esse sese sees ee eee 46 Message Lists 48 Replacing the Lamp 49 Cleaning the Air Filter
41. low button in the column on the left SET SETTING Smart APA On Auto Input Search Off Input A Signal Sel Component Color System Auto Power Saving Off IR Receiver Front amp Rear Lamp Timer Reset pe bee ae 2 Press TIL to select a menu and press gt or 3 The items that can be set or adjusted with the selected menu appear 3 Press to select an item you want to set or adjust and press gt or C The items that can be set appear in the pop up menu adjustment menu or in the next menu window 33 snue N eui Bu sn Pop up menu Menu Setting items Status Language nalish Menu Position Top left Start Up Image Bottom Left Center Top Right Bottom Right Adjustment menu Contrast MN J L Next menu window Menu Setting items PICTURE SETTING amp j Input A KFADJUST PICTURE Standard Contrast Brightness Gamma Mode Color Temp 4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item When changing the adjustment level To increase the value press t To decrease the value press amp 4 amp Press to restore the previous screen When changing the setting Press to change the setting Press to restore the previous screen You can restore the previous screen using depending on the selected item Items that cannot be adjusted Adjustable items differ depending on the input signal The items that cannot be adjusted or set do not
42. malfunction of the projector 17 suoiesedeid pue suonoeuuo Step 2 Connecting the Projector When making connections be sure to do the following s Turn off all equipments before making any connections Use the proper cables for each connection Insert the cable plugs properly poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or poor picture quality When pulling out a cable be sure to pull it out with holding the plug not the cable itself Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment Connecting to a VCR To connect to a DVD player recorder and Blu ray Disc player equipped with HDMI output You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player recorder and Blu ray Disc player equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector Speakers AV amplifier Rear of the projector DVD player recorder and Blu ray Disc player etc with the HDMI output to HDMI output 1 Pa HDMI cable not supplied Video signal flow When using an optional HDMI cable be sure to use a cable that has acquired an HDMI logo This projector supports PC Display input of HDMI It also supports HDCP 18 When connecting equipment to the HDMI input of the projector be sure to use equipment that have acquired the HDMI logo When connecting an HDMI cable to the projector make sure the A mark on the
43. mp replacement Lamp Timer Lamp Timer Reset sss Language essen selecting the menu language 24 Location of Controls Rear Bottom eese 8 Top Front Side sess 6 Menu INFORMATION Menu INPUT SETTING menu INSTALL SETTING menu MENU SETTING menu PICTURE SETTING menu or SET SETTING menu Message List ann REEL ER en 0 Optional accessory eee 53 Over Scan P Picture Mode CINEMA nro ae art 30 CINEMA 2 te ettet edente dei 35 DYNAMIC hs Dynamic dd STANDARD 30 Standard MES USER 30 Pin assignment sese 53 Power NH Power S ving eu Precautions Preset Memory Preset Signals S Projecting esse R Remote control inserting the batteries 12 location of controls 10 Reset resettable items ee resetting the items S Security Dat sense Sharpness 22 units Smart APA woes ceessceeeenee Start Up Image e 220 2112 seen een Supplied accessories sese eee 12 T Troubleshooting eee 46 V V Keystone 32 dtp ett 42 VW WIDE MODE cerne 28 Wide Mode Zoom 63 sieuio http www sony net Sony Corporation Printed in China
44. nel 2B If your computer is compatible with DDC turn the projector on according to the following procedures 1Connect the projector to the computer 2 Turn the projector on 3Start the computer Input selection is incorrect gt Select the input source correctly page 27 The picture is muted 2 Press PIC MUTING to release the picture muting page 32 The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a computer 2 Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor amp page 21 46 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 strange The input signal cannot be received at Auto of Input A Signal Sel in the SET SETTING menu or the setting of Input A Signal Sel is incorrect gt Selects Computer Video GBR or Component correctly according to the input signal page 39 On screen display does not appear Status in the MENU SETTING menu has been set to Off gt Set Status in the MENU SETTING menu to On page 41 Color balance is incorrect The picture has
45. ng surface on bottom of this projector and the ceiling distance between the center of the screen and the ceiling minimum maximum 59 sieuio Unit mm inches 8 e v 601 69 5 2 5 s 269 10 5 6 314 12 3 s imensions Front D Center of the projector 8 2 v 601 Side Unit mm inches 6o Top Others 8g OL 692 314 12 3 5 Unit mm inches p Index A Adjust Signal Dot Phase u sehen 37 H Size us hift erc tna Ces Adjuster Adjusting picture position picture quality Auto Input Search B Background eee 42 Brightness seen 36 C rdg 36 Color System sse 40 Color Temp eee 36 Connecting Computer eerte meter s 21 Video equipment 18 LET sarees eee eid 35 D DDE aene ERREUR ER 36 F fH fV G Gamma Mode asses sese 36 H HDMI iiri pete edet High Altitude Mode ED HG er a BE E En MM I Image Flip sense 42 Input A Signal Sel 39 Installation Feinste 58 Flo r un era 56 62 unsuitable conditions 14 unsuitable installation 13 PR RECEIVER sed trt intend 40 L Lamp Mode La
46. not been adjusted properly gt Adjust the picture page 31 The projector is set to the wrong color system 2 Set Color System in the SET SETTING menu to match the color system being input page 40 The picture is too dark Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly 2 Adjust the contrast or brightness in the Adjust Picture menu properly page 35 The lamp has burnt out or is dim gt Replace the lamp with a new one page 49 The picture is not clear The picture is out of focus gt Adjust the focus using the focus ring page 23 Condensation has accumulated on the lens 2 Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on The image extends beyond the screen The APA button has been pressed even though there are black edges around the image 2 Display the full image on the screen and press APA 2 Adjust Shift in the INPUT SETTING menu properly amp page 37 The input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the acceptable range of the projector 2 Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too high gt Set the output setting to WXGA page 21 The picture flickers Dot Phase in the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted properly gt Adjust Dot Phase in the INPUT SETTING menu properly page 37 Remote control Symptom The
47. nterference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY If used in USA use the UL LISTED power cord specified below DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin NEMA 5 15P Configuration Cord Type SJT three 16 or 18 AWG wires Length Minimum 1 5m 4 ft 11in Less than 4 5 m 14 ft 9 5 8 in Rating Minimum 10A 125V Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug or both To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock refer servicing to qualified service personnel Disposal of the used lamp Lamp in this product contains mercury Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance www eiae org F r Kunden in Deutschland Entsorgungshinweis Bitte werfen Sie nur entladene Batterien in die Sammelboxen beim Handel oder den Kommunen Entladen sind Batterien in der Regel dann wenn das Ger t abschaltet und signalisiert Batterie leer oder nach l ngerer Gebrauchsdauer der Batterien nicht mehr einwandfrei funktioniert Um sicherzugehen kleben Sie die Batteriepole z B mit einem Klebestreifen ab oder geben Sie die Batterien einzeln in einen P
48. ppear properly Set your computer to output the signal only to the external monitor For details refer to the computer s operating instructions supplied with your computer For settings of the computer consult with the manufacturer of the computer The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD Direct Stream Digital Signal or CEC Consumer Electronics control Signal When connecting an HDMI cable to the projector make sure the A mark on the lower part of the HDMI input of the projector and the A mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same position 21 suoljeiedeig pue suoosuuog Step 3 Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture position 3 Turn on the equipment 1 After connecting the AC cord to the projector plug the AC cord into a wall outlet connect all equipment and remove the lens cover The UO On standby switch lights in red and the projector goes into standby mode Press the UU On standby switch to turn on the projector The 1 On standby switch flashes in green then lights in green connected to the projector Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment Press INPUT to project the picture on the screen Each time you press the button the input indication and equipment to be projected change page 27 Tips adjusted depending on the room You can select the desired language for
49. select it using the menu amp page 37 Wide Zoom When the SD signal is input A 4 3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged over the entire screen properly The upper and lower portions of the screen are slightly cut off Original image When the Wide Mode is operated 28 Normal A picture with normal 4 3 aspect ratio is displayed in the center of the screen to fill the vertical screen size When the Wide Mode is operated Original image Full A picture squeezed to 4 3 is displayed with the correct aspect ratio A 4 3 picture is enlarged horizontally to fit the 16 9 screen When the Wide Mode is operated Original image Squeezed K H AA Tip Squeezed An original 16 9 aspect ratio picture is recorded horizontally compressed to a 4 3 picture Zoom When the SD or PC signal is input A normal 16 9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the same ratio to fill the screen Use this mode to view a letterbox picture or a letterbox picture with side panels Original image When the Wide Mode is operated Letterbox picture with side panels CY XQ K ON X Letterbox picture Full 1 When the PC signal is input Displays a picture on the whole of the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the original picture Original image When the Wide Mode is operated Full 2 When the PC signal is input Displays a picture on the whole of the screen Origina
50. ste Projecting the Picture on the Screen Rear remote control detector 1 After connecting the AC cord to The UCO On standby switch lights in the projector plug the AC cord red and the projector goes into standby into a wall outlet connect all mode equipment and remove the lens quip 2 Press the I 5 On standby cover g switch to turn on the projector 26 The VW On standby switch flashes in green then lights in green The projector cannot be used while the WO switch is flashing Turn on the equipment connected to the projector Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment Press INPUT repeatedly to select the input you want to project on the screen Each time you press the button you can select the input in the following sequence Input A HDMI Video S Video t Press INPUT to display Input A To view the picture from Computer Component connected to the INPUT A connector Computer VCR etc HDMI connected to HDMI digital connector Video equipment Video connected to the VIDEO INPUT connector Video equipment S Video connected to the S VIDEO INPUT connector 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 page 39 When the analog signal is input from a computer the
51. sted picture quality by pressing the button Adjusting the Picture Quality You can adjust the picture quality that suits your taste by selecting the adjustment items with the remote control The adjusted data can be stored in each picture mode Freeze ara MUTING ADJ PIC button 1 Press ADJ PIC Each time you press the button the following adjustment windows are displayed in sequence Some of the adjustment windows will not be displayed depending on the input signal For details see Input Signals and Adjustable Setting Items page 45 r Contrast Y Brightness Y Color Hue Y Sharpness U Gamma Mode Color Temp DDE For details on each adjustment see the PICTURE SETTING menu page 35 Make the setting or adjustment on an item When changing the adjustment level To increase the value press To decrease the value press When changing the setting Press F to change the setting 31 BunoeloJg Using Other Functions You can temporarily turn off or pause a projected picture Press PIC MUTING Press to temporarily turn off a projected picture To return to the previous screen press PIC MUTING again PIC MUTING enge oon luis button Press FREEZE A projected picture can be paused to be FREEZE displayed FREEZE is shown on the button screen when a button is pressed To return to the previous screen press F
52. take and ventilation holes exhaust Do not block or place anything near these holes or internal heat build up may occur causing picture degradation or damage to the projector On repacking Save the original shipping carton and packing material they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your unit For maximum protection repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory Cleaning the lens The lens surface is especially treated to reduce reflection of light As incorrect maintenance may impair the performance of the projector take care with respect to the following Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth Stubborn stains may be removed with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with water Never use solvent such as alcohol benzene or thinner or acid alkaline or abrasive detergent or chemical cleaning cloth as they will damage the lens surface Cleaning the cabinet To remove dust from the cabinet wipe gently with a soft cloth If dust is persistent wipe with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution Never use any type of abrasive pad alkaline acid cleaner scouring powder or volatile solvent such as alcohol benzene thinner or insecticide Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage
53. the temperature or the tilt of the screen In this menu screen For details refer to Step 4 case adjust it manually Selecting the Menu Language page 24 When Auto Input Search is set to On in 7 Adjustthe picture size using the the SET SETTING menu the input terminal zoom lever with effective signals is automatically displayed by pressing INPUT page 39 8 Adjust the focus using the focus ring 5 Adjust the upper or lower position of the picture Use the adjuster to adjust the picture position Using the adjuster Lift the projector while pressing the adjuster adjustment button and adjust the tilt of the projector then release the button to lock the adjuster Adjuster adjustment button Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers Do not push hard on the top of the projector or do not drag it hard with the adjuster out It may cause malfunction 6 Adjust the trapezoidal distortion of the picture The V Keystone adjustment is performed automatically when you adjust the tilt of the projector with the adjuster If you do not want to perform the keystone adjustment automatically set V Keystone in the INSTALL SETTING menu to Manual page 42 If you set V Keystone to Auto the V Keystone correction is automatically adjusted However it may not be perfectly 23 suonejedejg pue suonoeuuo Step 4 Selecting the Menu Language Yo
54. tive negative Digital RGB Y CB PB CR PR RS 232C D sub 9 pin INPUTA HDMI SERVICE General Dimensions 314x 109 x 269 mm 12 3 g x 4 3 8 x 10 5 8 inches w h d without projecting parts Mass Approx 3 0 kg 6 Ib 10 oz Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V 2 6 to 1 1 A 50 60 Hz Power consumption Max 260 W in standby 3 W Heat dissipation 884 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 control 1 Size AA R6 batteries 2 Signal cable HD D sub 15 pin 3 x phono plug 1 9 885 125 47 SONY AC power cord 1 Lens cap 1 Operating Instructions 1 Warranty card 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Optional accessory Projector Lamp LMP E190 for replacement Some of the items may not be available in some areas For details please consult your nearest Sony dealer Pin assignment INPUT A connector HD D sub 15 pin female 00000 10 0000 ofe 0000 15 11 1 R R Y 9 Power supply input for DDC 2 G Y 10 GND 3 B B Y 11 GND 4 RESERVE 12 DDC SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND R 14 VD 7 GND G 15 DDC SCL 8 GND B 53 sieuio Preset Signals
55. to the screen surface and cabinet material Black points and bright points red blue or green on the screen The projector is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the projector This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction 5 Location of Controls e the but ded ontrol panel with the same names as those on the remote dum ie is B 6 Ventilation holes exhaust Lens Remove the lens cover before projection Front remote control detector W On standby switch Turns on the projector when the projector is in standby mode To turn off the power press the I switch twice according to the message or hold the I switch for about one second The 1 0 On standby indicator 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 VO switch Flashes in red when the temperature becomes high inside the projector or when the projector fails to operate Lights in green when the power is turned on and when it is ready to operate Flashes in green until the projector is ready to operate after the projector is turned on Also flashes in green while the cooling fan is running aft
56. trical 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 1280 x 800 dots RGB input Acceptable computer signals fH 19 to 92 kHz fV 48 to 92 Hz Resolution 52 Maximum input signal resolution SXGA 1400 x 1050 fV 60 Hz 3 Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector Applicable video signals 15 k RGB component 50 60 Hz Progressive component 50 60 Hz DTV 480 60i 575 50i 480 60p 575 50p 720 60p 720 50p 1080 60i 1080 50i Composite video Y C video Input Output VIDEO IN VIDEO phono type Composite video 1 Vp p 2 dB sync negative 75 ohms terminated S VIDEO Y C mini DIN 4 pintype 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 RGB 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 HD Horizontal sync input TTL level positive negative VD Vertical sync input TTL level posi
57. u can select one of 17 languages for displaying the menu and other on screen displays The factory default setting is English To change the current menu language set the desired language with the menu screen Rear remote control detector WE 24 1 Press MENU The menu appears The menu currently selected is shown as a yellow button PICTURE SETTING Picture Mode Standard Adjust Picture 2 Press to select the MENU SETTING menu and press amp The setting items of the selected menu appears MENU SETTING Status On Language English Menu Position Center Start Up Image On 3 Press t to select Language and press C2 MENU SETTING Status EY Language English Norsk Menu Position Nederlands BAS Start Up Image Francais Ric EE Italiano TCR Deutsch 830 mynu Ay pall Portugu s T rk e Pycckw Svenska Espanol Sel BOW Set Exit en 4 Press f 4 4 to select a language and press C The menu changes to the selected language To clear the menu Press MENU The menu disappears automatically if a button is not pressed for one minute 25 suonejedejgd pue suonoeuuo Projecting This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the equipment connected to the projector It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture to suit your ta

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