Sony VPLEX100 Projector User Manual
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1. Turning on the power Going to standby mode WC On Standby key Selecting an input signal page 10 INPUT key Q Operating a menu page 14 MENU key RESET key ENTER v gt arrow keys RETURN key Adjusting the image page 11 ASPECT key KEYSTONE key PATTERN key APA Auto Pixel Alignment key Use this key when inputting a computer signal via the RGB input connector INPUT A INPUT B INPUT B is available only for VPL EX120 EX145 EX175 Using various functions during projecting D ZOOM Digital Zoom key Enlarges a portion of the image while projecting 1 Press the D ZOOM key to display the digital zoom icon on the projected image 2 Press the keys to move the digital zoom icon to the point on the image you wish to enlarge 3 Press the D ZOOM key or the D ZOOM Key repeatedly to change the enlargement ratio The image can be enlarged up to 4 times Press the RESET key to restore the previous image Location and Function of Controls MGIAJ8AQ PIC MUTING key Cuts off the image Press again to restore the image AUDIO MUTING key Mutes the audio output Press again to restore the previous volume VOLUME key For adjusting the volume output FREEZE key 2 Pauses a projected image Press again to restore the image 3 Select User then press the key The setting items appear User Lamp Mode Standard Power Saving Mod2. Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the adjuster extended It may cause malfunction Projecting an Image 11 12 Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image Press ASPECT on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected image You can also change the setting in Aspect of The Screen Menu page 16 page 17 Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image Keystone feature Keystone feature may not work automatically when the screen is tilted In this case set keystone manually 1 Press KEYSTONE on the remote commander or select V Keystone in The Installation Menu 2 Use 4 to set the value The higher the setting narrower the top of the projected image The lower the setting the Increase the number narrower the bottom towards plus Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction the image may be deteriorated Increase the number towards minus Displaying a pattern for adjusting an image You can display a pattern for adjusting the projected image with the PATTERN key on the Remote Commander Press the PATTERN key again to restore the previous image Automatically adjusts Phase Pitch and Shift of projected image while a signal is input from a computer APA Auto Pixel Alignment Press APA on the remote commander Press again to cancel during the setting You can also set APA in
3. Organization Projector Location staan Memo Owner information button 1 2 Set the timing of the e mail report Click on Mail Report to open the Mail Report page Lamp Reminder Lamp1 Set the timing for lamp replacement To reset Lamp Reminder execute Lamp Timer Reset on the projector page 18 Maintenance Reminder Set the timing for maintenance To reset Maintenance Reminder check the RESET check box and then click on Apply Mail Report button Data Projector Information ReportTiming Maintenance Report Lame Reminder ramo f hour hour wur E RESET Report Timing Mall Account Malladcress ulgony Mall Server SMTP i POP3 Account Name Password O SMTP Authentication AccountName 7 Password Checkthe contents ofthe mall message Vew Poply 3 Enter the outgoing e mail address in the Email Address box then check the Report Timing check box of the e mail report to be sent 4 Set the mail account for sending e mail reports Mail Address Enter the e mail address Outgoing Mail Server SMTP Enter the address of outgoing mail server SMTP Required Authentication Check this check box if authentication is required for sending e mail Requires the use of POP Authentication before send email POP before SMTP Check this check box to arrange for POP authentication to be performed before sending e mail Incoming Mail S
4. 402 5 3 16 1 7 32 8 2 5 16 24 4 31 32 18 1 73 32 22 7 29 82 3 79 3 3 1 8 125 4 4 15 16 249 9 3 16 Unit mm inches Dimensions Index A AC IN 5 iabencee e ete e REP ane 4 Acceptable input signal 37 Adjust Signal asiriarrek 16 PROJUSCED ai 3 11 Air filter EYE 32 Air filter cover Ventilation holes Intake o ore E 3 APA ASPECT 5 16 17 Audio muting ettet retineri 6 B Background eat 18 Brightness asniensis 15 c CC Display zew bete COOP M Color System entes Color Temp Connecting a computer 1111111111111 Connecting an external monitor and audio amp QqUIDIDerl 1 rero eorr ener nen Connecting a Video equipment Connection Power menu Connector panel Contrast Control panel oreet D Default Gateway Digital Zoom Direct Power On E Film Mode Focus Focus ring Freeze G Gamma Mode sese 15 H High Altitude Mode 21 llf 15 I Image Blip ze tee Information menu pule sat ecrit doe AAA Input A Signal Sel 20 Installation menu IP Address IP Address Setup K KY
5. eher 23 Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web BrOWSeE dieere 23 Confirming the Information regarding the Projector 24 Operating the Projector from a Computer neret 24 Using the e mail report Function 5o Meg 24 Others Indicators awg saa nne eee 26 Messages List esses 27 Troubleshooting sss 28 Replacing the Lamp 30 Cleaning the Air Filter 32 Specifications seseeeeene 33 Projection Distance 38 Dimensions eee 41 Index det 43 gt Overview Location and Function of Controls Main unit Projection lens Focus ring page 11 Zoom ring page 11 Lamp cover page 30 Air filter cover page 32 Ventilation holes intake Q Ventilation holes intake Q Ventilation holes exhaust Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as this may cause internal heat buildup Do not place your hand near the ventilation holes and the circumference as this may cause injury ON STANDBY indicator page 26 LAMP COVER indicator page 26 Control panel page 5 Connector panel page 4 D Remote control detector Adjuster page 11 Speaker page 18 D Security lock Connects to an optional security cable manufactured by Kensington For details visit Kensington s web site http w
6. 320 W 240 V AC 310 W Standby power VPL EX100 EX120 100 V AC 8 W when Standby Mode is set to Standard 1 W when Standby Mode is set to Low 240 V AC 10 W when Standby Mode is set to Standard 1 W when Standby Mode is set to Low VPL EX145 EX175 100 V AC 9 W when Standby Mode is set to Standard 1 W when Standby Mode is set to Low 240 V AC 11 W when Standby Mode is set to Standard 1 W when Standby Mode is set to Low Specifications Item Description Model VPL EX100 EX120 EX145 EX175 Heat dissipation VPL EX100 EX120 100 V AC 1023BTU 240 V AC 989BTU VPL EX145 EX175 100 V AC 1091BTU 240 V AC 1057BTU Standard Approx 313 4 x 129 6 x 278 3 mm 12 32 x 5 3 32 x dimensions 10 31 32 W H D Approx 313 4 x 114 1 x 269 mm 12 32x 4 1 2 x 10 19 32 inches without projecting parts Mass VPL EX100 EX120 Approx 3 2 kg 71b 0 88 oz VPL EX145 EX175 Approx 3 3 kg 7lb 4 4 oz Supplied See Checking the Supplied Accessories in the supplied accessories Quick Reference Manual Optional Ba Projector Lamp LMP E211 for replacement accessories 3 1 For details refer to Acceptable Input Signals on page 37 2 Information on accessories in this manual is current as of August 2010 3 Not all optional accessories are available in all countries and area Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer De
7. Troubleshooting see 28 Turn off Turn on U Using a menu eene 14 V V Keystone 5 geom Ventilation holes Volume cii isi etre roda Z ZOOM A A E E E 11 Zoom ring Index About Trademarks Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group Internet Explore is registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries PJLink is a registered trademark of Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association AMX is a trademark of AMX Corporation All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders In this manual and 9 marks are not specified Sony Corporation http www sony net
8. is set to Brightness High VPL EX120 2600 Im when Lamp Mode is set to High VPL EX145 3100 Im when Lamp Mode is set to High VPL EX175 3600 Im when Lamp Mode is set to High Speaker VPL EX100 EX120 1W x 1 monaural VPL EX145 EX175 10W x 1 monaural Applicable Horizontal 14 kHz to 93 kHz Vertical 47 Hz to 93 Hz scanning frequency Resolution Whenacomputer Maximum display resolution 1600 x 1200 pixels resize signal is input Panel display resolution 1024 x 768 pixels When a video signal is input NTSC PAL SECAM 480 60i 576 50i 480 60p 576 50p 720 60p 720 50p 1080 60i 1080 50i Color system NTSC3 58 PAL SECAM NTSC4 43 PAL M PAL N PAL60 INPUT OUTPUT Computer video INPUT A RGB YPBPR input connector Mini D sub 15 pin female G with sync Y 1 Vp p 2 dB sync negative 75 ohms terminated RGB PBPR 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated Sync signal TTL level high impedance positive negative Audio input connector Stereo mini jack rated input 500 mVrms input impedance more than 47 kohms INPUT B RGB input connector Mini D sub 15 pin female VPL EX120 RGB 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated Sync signal EX145 EX175 TTL level high impedance positive negative only Audio input connector Stereo mini jack rated input 500 mVrms input impedance more than 47 kohms Specifications si6U10 33 34 Item Description Model VPL EX10
9. SONE i ete E ERR 5 L Lamp cover Lamp Mode Lamp Timer Lamp Timer Reset sss 18 LAMP COVER indicator 3 26 LAN e 4 Language 19 Location and function of controls 3 M Maii fit oec RO sta 3 Messages lis rre GA 27 Model Name reete en ene 22 O ON STANDBY indicator Operation menu Output oce EE a ROA P Panel Key Lock 19 Pattern EIUS E 5 12 Phase 16 Picture menu 15 Picture mode PATEE 15 Picture MUINE oni terr AAA 6 Pin assignment see 36 lui gm 16 Power Saving Mode 20 si6U10 43 44 Primary DNS neas 20 Projecting an image s es 10 Projection distance sss 38 R Remote commander 5 Remote control detector 3 Replacing the lamp a R stes erect eR aru R35 232 75 oL ttes S Screen MENU ts vives eee cette Oy 16 Secondary DNS 20 Security Dar oreha n AE EA 3 Security Lock eren 3 19 Selecting an input signal 5 Serial NO 5 iecit 1 22 SHALPNESS sa dz Settore 15 Nin 16 SMart APA A AE 18 Specifications sse 33 Standby Mode 20 Start Up Image eee 18 irn p 19 Subnet Mask eee 20 T
10. a computer signal is input from the RGB input connector INPUT A INPUT B INPUT B is available only for VPL EX120 EX145 EX175 If the projected image includes large amount of black portion around it the APA function will not work properly and a part of the image may not be displayed on the screen and also optimum image cannot be obtained depending on the type of input signal In this case adjust the Phase Pitch and Shift items manually Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input connector INPUT A INPUT B INPUT B is available only for VPL EX120 EX145 EX175 or a video signal is input from the Y PBPR input connector INPUT A The Screen Menu Aspect Input signal Recommended setting value and projected image 4 3 Fulll E e g a E e e nz EJ e e o c z T gt A3 4 If you select Normal the image is projected in the same resolution as the input signal without changing the aspect ratio of the original image If you select Full2 the image is projected to fit the projected image size regardless of the aspect ratio of the image Depending on the input signal the projected image may be projected as illustrated below In this a case select 16 9 Depending on the input signal the image may be projected as illustrated below In this a case select Zoom EJ The S
11. vivid picture Standard Makes the picture be natural and well balanced Presentation Makes the picture bright to suit for a presentation Living Select for viewing sports music and digital video camera picture Game Select for viewing game picture Cinema Select for viewing film like picture Reset The picture settings are initialized to their factory preset values Contrast The higher the setting the greater the contrast The lower the setting the lower the contrast Brightness The higher the setting the brighter the picture The lower the setting the darker the picture Color 5 The higher the setting the greater the intensity The lower the setting the lower the intensity L Hue gt 6 The higher the setting the more greenish the picture becomes The lower the setting the more reddish the picture becomes Color Temp High Middle Low The higher the temperature the more bluish the picture The lower the temperature the more reddish the picture Sharpness gt The higher the setting the sharper the picture The lower the setting the softer the picture Expert Setting Film Auto Precisely reproduces the image from a film source to suit the original Mode 3 7 film source Normally select this option Off Select this option if the images are rough around the edges when Auto is selected Gamma Graphics Improves the reproduction of halftones Photos can be r
12. 0 EX120 EX145 EX175 INPUT OUTPUT SVIDEO S S video input connector Mini DIN 4 pin Y 1 Vp p 2 Computer video VIDEO IN dB sync negative 75 ohmes terminated C burst signal 0 286 NTSC 0 3 PAL SECAM Vp p x 2 dB 75 ohms terminated Audio input connector Phono jack x 2 rated input 500 mVrms Input impedance more than 47 kohms VIDEO VIDEO IN Video input connector Phono jack 1 Vp p 2 dB sync negative 75 ohmes terminated Audio input connector Shared with S VIDEO IN OUTPUT MONITOR output connector Mini D sub 15 pin female G with sync Y 1 Vp p 2 dB sync negative 75 ohms terminated RGB PBPn 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated Sync signal HD VD 4 V open 1 Vp p 75 ohms positive negative Audio output connector Stereo mini jack stereo 1 Vrms maximum volume when inputting 500 mVrms output impedance 5 kohms Others connector RS 232C connector D Sub 9 pin female LAN connector VPL EX145 EX175 only RJ45 10BASE T 100BASE TX Operating 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F 35 to 85 no temperature condensation Operating humidity Storage 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F 10 to 90 temperature Storage humidity Power VPL EX100 EX120 100 V to 240 V AC 3 0 A 1 5 A requirements 50 60 Hz VPL EX145 EX175 100 V to 240 V AC 3 2 A 1 6 A 50 60 Hz Power VPL EX100 EX120 consumption 100 V AC 300 W 240 V AC 290 W VPL EX145 EX175 100 V AC
13. 0 e Digital TV signal PA Input connector 640 x 400 31 5 70 Signal fV Hz RGB 7 37 9 85 e YPBPR 640 x 480 31 5 60 e 480i 60 e 35 0 67 e 576i 50 37 9 73 e 480p 60 e 37 5 75 e 576p 50 e 43 3 85 e 1080i 60 e 800 x 600 35 2 56 e 1080i 50 e 37 9 60 e 720p 60 e 48 1 72 e 720p 50 e 46 9 75 e i 537 85 m Analog TV signal 832x624 49 7 75 Input Signal fV Hz SOME 1024 x 768 48 4 6 e 222278 R ni VIDEO 56 5 70 e S VIDEO 60 0 75 e NTSC 60 e 68 7 85 e PAL SECAM 50 e 1152 x 864 64 0 70 e 613715 LJ With INPUT A only 77 5185 e 1152 x 900 61 8 66 e When a signal other than the signals listed in table is input the picture may not be 1280 x 960 60 0 60 displayed properly 75 0 75 e An input signal meant for screen resolution different from that of the panel will not be 1280 x 1024 64 0 60 displayed in its original resolution Text and 80 0 75 lines may be uneven 91 1 85 1400 x 1050 65 3 60 1600 x 1200 75 0 60 e 1280 x 768 47 8 60 e 1280 x 720 45 0 60 e 1360 x 768 47 7 60 e Specifications SJOUIO 37 38 Projection Distance The following describes the projection distance and height from lens center to bottom of screen by each projected screen size The projection distance is the distance between the front of the lens and the surface of the projected image Height H is the height from the bottom of the projected image top for ceiling mount to A determined by draw
14. 0290 L 1 449479 x D 1 1420 Expression 2 Height H from lens center to bottom of screen Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L H 0 00119 x D 0 00148 H 0 04680 x D 0 05819 H 0 00230 x D 0 00214 H 0 09073 x D 0 08430 Projection Distance si6U10 39 Ceiling Installation The unit is set so that the bottom is parallel to the ceiling The V Keystone function has been done Height H from lens center to bottom of screen i Front of the lens gt Projected image Projection distance L lt The number will be minus when the top Projection distance of the projected image is higher than A Unit m inches T R A Height H from lens center to Projected image size g Hoitommobeuresn Projection Distance L Minimum Maximum Diagonal D Width x Height Projection Projection Distance L Distance L 80 inch 2 03 m 1 63 x 1 22 64 x 48 2 25 2 92 89 115 0 04 1 0 01 1 100 inch 2 54 m 2 03 x 1 52 80 x 60 2 82 3 65 111 144 0 05 2 0 02 1 120 inch 3 05 m 2 44 x 1 83 96 x 72 3 39 4 39 134 173 0 06 2 0 02 1 150 inch 3 81 m 3 05 x 2 29 120 x 90 4 25 5 50 168 216 0 07 3 0 02 1 200 inch 5 08 m 4 06 x 3 05 160 x 120 5 67 7 34 224 289 0 09 4 0 03 1 Projection distanc
15. Cleaning the Air Filter When a message appears on the projected image clean the air filter page 27 If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter even after cleaning replace the air filter with a new one For details on a new air filter consult with qualified Sony personnel 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 1 Tum off the projector and disconnect 4 Attach the air filter cover to the unit the AC power cord from the AC outlet 2 Draw out the air filter cover Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly Incorrect attachment of the cover may cause a Air filter malfunction 3 Clean the air filter with a vacuum cleaner Remove the air filter as illustrated below then clean with the vacuum cleaner 32 Cleaning the Air Filter Specifications Item Description Model VPL EX100 EX120 EX145 EX175 Projection system 3 LCD system Display device Effective display size 0 63 inch 16 0 mm 3 plate Aspect ratio 4 3 Effective picture 2 359 296 pixels 1024 x 768 pixels 3 plate panels elements Projection lens Zoom Manual zoom approx 1 3 times Focus Manual Light source High pressure mercury lamp 210 W type Projected image 30 inches to 300 inches 0 762 m to 7 62m size Luminous flux VPL EX100 2300 Im when Lamp Mode
16. N key Setting items a Reset Contrast Brightness E coor Hue Color Temp Sharpness Expert Setting OO Sel CHH Set Make the setting or adjustment for the selected item Menu operation differs depending on the setting item If the next menu window is displayed select the item according to the operations in step 3 To return to the selection screen of the setting items press the key or the RETURN key Also to reset the setting Using a MENU value of an item to its factory preset value press the RESET key during setting or adjusting Using a pop up menu Press the key to select an item Press the ENTER key to restore the previous screen Selecting items Function Back Using the setting menu Press the 4 or key to select the item Press the ENTER key to restore the previous screen Picture Mode Dynamic Presentation Living Game Cinema OOSel Using the adjustment menu To increase the number press the or key and to decrease the number press the or key Press the ENTER key to register the setting The previous screen is restored Contrast Press the MENU key to clear the menu The menu disappears automatically if no key is pressed for a while i The Picture Menu For adjusting the picture for each input signal Items Picture Mode Item descriptions Dynamic Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic and
17. Projecting an Image The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen Install the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size For details on projection distances and projected image sizes see Projection Distance page 38 Input S Video OH InputA OH Input B GE Sel Zi Skip Projector 1 Wall outlet 1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall 6 switch your computer to output to outlet external display by changing your computer s setting 2 Connectall equipment to the projector How to switch the computer to output to page 7 the projector varies depending on the type of computer 3 Press I O to turn on the unit Example 4 Turn on the connected equipment Fn F7 9 Select the input source 7 Adjust the focus size and position of Press the INPUT key on the projector to the projected image page 11 display the input select window Press the INPUT key repeatedly or the key to select an image to be projected 10 Projecting an Image Adjusting the Projected image Focus Size Zoom Position z eBeuj ue Bunsn py Bunoefojd SP R Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the adjusters You can adjust the height of the projector using the adjusters By changing the slope of the projector with adjusters you can adjust the position of the projected image
18. S ONY 4 198 889 13 1 Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference VPL EX175 EX145 EX120 EX100 Not all models are available in all countries and area Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer 2010 Sony Corporation 2 Table of Contents Overview Location and Function of Controls 3 Main ntt st ee ee A 3 Connector Panel 4 Remote Commander and Control Panel OE 5 Preparation Connecting the Projector 7 Connecting a Computer 7 Connecting a Video equipment 8 Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment 9 Projecting Adjusting an Image Projecting an Image 10 Adjusting the Projected VET EE CE 11 Turning Off the Power 13 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 2 14 The Picture Menu 15 The Screen Menu 16 The Function Menu 18 The Operation Menu 19 The Connection Power Menu 20 The Installation Menu 21 The Information Menu 22 Table of Contents Network Using Network Features VPL EX145 EX175 only
19. The Screen Menu page 16 If Smart APA is set to On executes APA automatically when a signal is input page 18 Projecting an Image Turning Off the Power 1 Press the VO key on the main unit or the Remote Commander The message appears Press it again according to the message 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet After step 1 the fan continues to run for a while to reduce internal heat however you may also unplug the AC power cord before the fan stops To clear the confirmation message The message disappears if you press any key other than the 1 0 key on the main unit or the Remote Commander or if you do not press any key for a while To turn off without displaying confirmation message Hold the I key on the main unit or the Remote Commander pressed for a few seconds Projecting an Image eBeu ue Guqsnfpy Bunoelold 13 14 gt Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU Note The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are using 1 2 Press the MENU key to display the menu Select the setting menu Use the 4 or key to select the setting menu then press or ENTER key Setting menu Standard Expert Setting OO Sel Set Select the setting item Use the 4 or key to select the setting menu then press or ENTER key To return to the selection screen of the setting menu press the key or the RETUR
20. alue Lamp Mode Low Power Saving Mode Standby Standby Mode Low go to step 6 User Sets each item of the energy saving mode menu as you desire go to step 3 Location and Function of Controls gt Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector Use the proper cables for each connection nsert the cable plugs firmly Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or cause a malfunction When pulling out a cable be sure to grip it by the plug not the cable itself For more information refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting Use a no resistance audio cable Connecting a Computer Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal INPUT A INPUT B INPUT B is available only for VPL EX120 EX145 EX175 For connecting a computer with an RGB output connector Mini D sub 15 pin cable supplied RGB output connector Computer Audio output connector mens e Audio cable Stereo mini plug not supplied t is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1024 x 768 pixels for the external monitor Connecting the Projector 7 uonejeda4g Connecting a Video equipment Connections with a VHS video deck DVD player or BD player are explained for each input signal S VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with an S video output co
21. creen Menu nue N e Guisf sBunjes pue sjueunsn py 17 18 amp The Function Menu The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector Items Item descriptions Volume The higher the setting the higher an audio volume and the lower the setting the lower the audio volume The audio output level will work simultaneously Speaker On Off When set to On the sound will be output from the speaker Set Off to mute the sound Smart APA On Off When set to On executes APA automatically when a signal is input CC Display CC1 CC2 CC3 CC4 Text1 Text2 Text3 Text4 Select the closed caption service Captions or Text Off Closed caption does not appear Lamp Mode High Standard Low When set to High the image becomes brighter and power consumption becomes higher Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamp resets the lamp timer page 30 Background Black Blue Selects the background color of the projected image when no signal is input Start Up Image On Off When set to On the Start Up Image is displayed on the screen upon startup of the projector 1 Executes APA when a computer signal is input via the RGB input connector INPUT A INPUT B INPUT B is available only for VPL EX120 EX145 EX175 The Function Menu The Operation Menu The Operation Menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the Remote C
22. during power on gt Panel Key Lock is set to Off and enables operation of all keys on the projector 1 You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password If you call qualified Sony personnel because you have forgotten the password you will be asked 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 The Operation Menu nue N e Guis sBunjes pue sjuewjsnipy 19 e The Connection Power Menu The Connection Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power Items Item descriptions Network Setting IP Address Setup Auto DHCP The IP address is assigned automatically from the DHCP server such as a router Manual To specify the IP Address manually IP Address Subnet When Manual is selected for IP Address Setup select the item Mask Default with the or key and input the value with 4 or key When all Gateway Primary items are entered select Apply then press the ENTER key The DNS Secondary entered settings will be registered DNS Input A Signal Sel Auto Computer Video GBR Component When set to Auto selects the type of video signal input automatically when Input A is selected with the INPUT key 1 Color System Auto NTSC3 58 PA L SECAM NTSC4 43 PAL M PAL N When set to Auto
23. e Off Standby Mode Low GO Sel E Set Eam Back 4 Press the key to select the item then press the ENTER key 5 Press the 4 key to select the setting Notes vale 1 Use this key when inputting a 6 Press the ENTER key to restore the computer signal But it may not be previous Ameo used depending on the resolution of For details on ECO Mode settings see the input signal Lamp Mode page 18 on the Function 2 Use this key when inputting a menu and Standby Mode page 20 computer signal and Power Saving Mode page 20 on the Connection Power menu Q Setting the energy saving mode easily ECO MODE key Energy saving mode can be set easily Energy saving mode consists of Lamp Mode Power Saving Mode and Others Infrared transmitter About Remote Commander operation Direct the Remote Commander toward the remote control detector Standby Mode E The shorter the distance between the 1 Press the ECO MODE key to display Remote Commander and the projector is the ECO Mode menu the wider the angle within which the Remote Commander can control the projector becomes Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the projector ECO Mode Menu ECO Mode User gt GO Sel Back 2 Press the key or ECO MODE key to select ECO or User mode ECO Sets each mode to the optimum energy saving v
24. e formula D Projected image size Diagonal H Distance between the top edge of the image Expression 1 Projection Distance L and the center of the lens Unit m inches Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L L 0 028483 x D 0 0296 L 1 121367 x D 1 1665 L 0 036888 x D 0 0290 L 1 452301 x D 1 1431 Expression 2 Height H from lens center to bo ttom of screen Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L H 0 00046 x D 0 00024 H 0 00017 x D 0 00046 H 0 00663 x D 0 01802 Hz 0 01817 x D 0 00941 In the case of ceiling mounting check with your dealer regarding the use of a mount kit that is warranted for use with this product 40 Projection Distance Imensions D Front 313 4 12 11 32 Unit mm inches Side 269 10 19 32 Unit mm inches Others 41 Dimensions 42 Side The bottom is parallel to the ceiling Center of the lens x 13 4 17 2 76 7 3 1 32 Unit mm inches Bottom 27 3 1 146 24 4 9 32 34 1 11 32 40 2 Centerot 1 19 32 the lens T 77 8 1 32 7 13 82 1318
25. ecome trapezoidal because of the projection 5 12 trapezoid angle In such a case you can correct the trapezoidal 21 distortion using a Keystone feature When the V Keystone is set to Manual the keystone 5 12 feature does not work automatically Set V Keystone to 21 Auto or Manual to set manually When the projector is installed on an uneven surface the 5 12 feature may not work properly In this case select Manual to 21 set V Keystone manually The image is dark too The settings for Brightness Contrast and Lamp Mode 15 18 bright affect brightness of the image Check if the value is appropriate The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out Check 22 Lamp Timer and replace the lamp with a new one if necessary The image is not clear Check if the projector is in focus 11 The picture will not be clear if condensation has accumulated on the lens In such a case let the projector sit for about two hours with the power on Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy Page The image is noisy Check if the connecting cable is connected to external equipment properly No sound Check that the connecting cables between the projector and external video or audio equipment are securely connected Check if the connecting cable is connected to external equipment firmly Audio is not output if audio muting is activated Audio is not output if Speake
26. ected image horizontally and or vertically according to the installation method Installation Attitude Right Side Up Upside Down Change the cooling setting to suit to the installation attitude Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component reliability High Altitude Mode On Off Set to On when using the projector at an altitude of 1 500 m or higher Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component reliability V Keystone Auto Set keystone adjustment automatically When the projector is installed on an uneven surface the feature may not work properly In this case select Manual to set keystone adjustment manually Manual The higher the setting narrower the top of the projected image The lower the setting narrower the bottom of the projected image 1 Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction the image may be deteriorated 2 When High Altitude Mode is set to On the speed of the fan increases and the fan noise becomes slightly louder The Installation Menu nue N e Guisf sBunjes pue sjueujsnipy 21 The Information Menu The Information menu enables you to confirm various information on the projector such as the total usage hours of a lamp Items Item descriptions Model Name Displays the model name Serial No Displays the serial number fH fV horizontal Displays the horizontal frequency vertical frequency o
27. ed to 4 3 is input 16 9 Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an aspect ratio fixed to 16 9 Zoom Display the center point of the projected image to zoom Adjust Signal Adjusts the image of signal Use this item if the edge of the image is cut and reception is bad APA 3 Automatically adjusts the projected image to an optimum quality when you press the ENTER key Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal Set to the value where looks clearest Pitch The higher the setting the wider the horizontal image elements pitch The lower the setting the narrower the horizontal image elements pitch Shift H The higher the setting the farther right the image is projected on the screen The lower the setting the image farther left V The higher the setting the farther up the image is projected on the screen The lower the setting the image farther down Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing modifying the original picture by switching to the aspect mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers which are legally protected Depending on the input signal setting items for aspect ratio or some other setting items cannot be set in some cases or changing the aspect ratio setting may have no effect A part of the image may be displayed in black depending on the setting item Available when
28. eproduced Mode in natural tones Text Contrasts black and white Suitable for images that contain lots of text When a computer signal is input this option is available 2 Picture Mode setting will not be initialized to the factory preset value 3 When a video signal is input this option is available 4 When Picture Mode is set to the item other than Presentation this option is available 5 When a B amp W signal is input this option is not available 6 When an analog TV signal is input this option may not available depending on the color system 7 When a progressive signal is input this option is not available The Picture Menu nue N e Guisf sBunjes pue sjueunsn py 15 16 EJ The Screen Menu For adjusting the size position and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal Items Item descriptions Aspect Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image page 17 When the Normal Displays the image on the center point of the projected image computer without changing the resolution of the input signal or enlarging the image signal is input Full1 Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size without changing the aspect ratio of the input signal Full2 Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size When the 4 3 Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size with an video signal aspect ratio fix
29. erver POP3 Enter the address of the incoming mail server POP3 to be used for POP authentication Account Name Enter the mail account Password Enter the password SMTP Authentication Check this check box to arrange for SMTP authentication to be performed before sending e mail Account Name Enter the mail account Password Enter the password yJOMION 5 Confirm the contents of the e mail report When you click on View is pressed the contents of the e mail report are displayed 6 Send the test mail Check on the Send test mail check box then click on Apply to send your test mail to the e mail address you set The e mail report function is not available because the network which Outbound Port25 Blocking is used cannot be connected to the SMTP server You cannot use the following characters to enter the characters in the text box Eo ud Ld E d Using Network Features VPL EX145 EX175 only 25 26 gt Others Indicators The indicators allow checking the status and notify you of abnormal operation of the projector If the projector exhibits abnormal status address the problem in accordance with the table below ON STANDBY indicator Status Meaning Remedies Lights in red The projector is in Standby mode Flashes in green The projector is ready to operate after having been turned on The lamp cools after the projector is turned off Lights in gree
30. f the current input frequency vertical signal frequency Signal type Displays the type of the current input signal Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of a lamp These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal 22 The Information Menu Network Using Network Features VPL EX145 EX175 only Connection to the network allows you to operate the following features Checking the current status of the projector via a Web browser Remotely controlling the projector via a Web browser Receiving the e mail report for the projector Making the network settings for the projector Supports network monitoring control protocol Advertisement PJ Talk PJ Link SNMP AMX DDDP Dynamic Device Discovery Protocol The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are using Supported Web browsers are Internet Explorer 6 7 8 The menu displays only English If the browser of your computer is set to Use a proxy server when you have access to the projector from your computer click the check mark to set accessing without using a proxy server Displaying the Control Window of the Projector with a Web Browser 1 Connectthe LAN cable xxx xxx xxx xxx IP address for the LAN cabl projector Nea You can confirm the IP address of the straighttype projector under Network Setting on not supplied gt the Connection Power menu The f
31. ing a perpendicular line from lens center to projected image surface Floor Installation Adjuster not stretched and the V Keystone function has been done Height H from lens center to bottom of screen l Y Projection distance L y Projected image Front of the lens A The number will be minus when the bottom of the projected image is lower than A Projection Distance Projection distance Unit m inches Projected image size Height H from lens center to Projection bottom of screen Distance L Minimum Maximum Diagonal D Width x Height Projection Projection Distance L Distance L 80 inch 2 03 m 1 63 x 1 22 64 x 48 2 25 2 91 89 114 0 09 4 0 18 7 100 inch 2 54 m 2 03 x 1 52 80 x 60 2 82 3 65 111 143 0 12 5 0 23 9 120 inch 3 05 m 2 44 x 1 83 96 x 72 3 39 4 38 134 172 0 14 6 0 27 11 150 inch 3 81 m 3 05 x 2 29 120 x 90 4 24 5 49 167 216 0 18 7 0 34 14 200 inch 5 08 m 4 06 x 3 05 160 x 120 5 67 7 33 223288 0 24 9 0 46 18 Projection distance formula D Projected image size Diagonal H Distance between the bottom edge of the image and the center of the lens Expression 1 Projection Distance L Unit m inches Minimum Projection Distance L Maximum Projection Distance L L 0 028462 x D 0 0296 L 1 120538 x D 1 1659 L 0 036817 x D 0
32. is preset to root Data Projector Administrator Name root Owner information Network remo Mait Report Advanced Menu Entry area for Administrator Entry area for User When you change the password input a new password after deleting the password that was set If you forget your password consult with qualified Sony personnel Confirming the Information regarding the Projector You can confirm the current settings for the projector on the Information page Data Projector Information PROJECTOR Model Name Sertai No n Location Meeting room Picture muting Error IP Address setup Manual IP Address 1092545040 Subnet mask 25525500 Defauk Gateway Information area Operating the Projector from a Computer You can control the projector from the computer on the Control page Data Projector Information INPUT NUTING KEYSTONE VIDEO L Syo INPUT A meute Liver INPUT D OMPUT E meur Operation area The functions of the keys shown in the operation area are the same as those of the keys on the supplied Remote Commander Using the e mail report Function Set the e mail report function on the Setup page Entered values will not be applied unless you click on Apply Using Network Features VPL EX145 EX175 only 1 Click on Owner information to enter the owner information recorded in the e mail report owner Name
33. le Invalid key pressed The panel keys are locked Panel Key Lock is set to On 19 Messages List si8U10 27 Troubleshooting Before asking to have the projector repaired try to diagnose the problem following the instructions below Symptom Remedy Page The power is not turned Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected ien When the Panel Key Lock is set to On you cannot turn on 19 the projector using the I key on the projector If the lamp and lamp cover is not attached securely the 30 projector cannot be turned on No image Check if the connecting cable is connected to external equipment firmly Check if the computer signal is set for output to an external 10 monitor If you set your computer such as a notebook computer to output the signal to both your computer s display and an external monitor the picture of the external monitor may not appear properly Set your computer to output the signal to only an external monitor Check if the input source is correctly selected 10 Check if the picture is muted 6 On screen display does The on screen display does not appear when Status in the 19 not appear Operation menu is set to Off The aspect ratio ofthe Set Aspect manually 5 16 display is not right the 17 image is displayed smaller a portion of image does not appear The image is a The images b
34. n The projector s power is on Lights in orange The projector is in Power Saving Mode lamp cut off page 20 Flashes in red The projector is in abnormal status Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes Address the problem in accordance with the following If the symptom is shown again consult with qualified Sony personnel Flashes twice The internal temperature is unusually high Check the items below Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes Check to see if the air filter is not clogged Check if Installation Attitude on the Installation menu is correctly selected page 3 page 32 page 21 Flashes six times Unplug the AC power cord from a wall outlet After checking that the ON STANDBY indicator goes out plug the power cord to a wall outlet again then turn on the projector Other number of flashes Consult with qualified Sony personnel LAMP COVER indicator Status Meaning Remedies Flashes in red Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes Address the problem in accordance with the following Flashes twice The lamp cover is not attached securely page 32 Flashes three times The temperature of lamp is unusually high Turn off the power and wait for lamp to cool then turn on the power again If the symptom is shown again the lamp may be burnt out In such a case replace the lamp with a new one page 30 Indicators Mes
35. nnector S video cable not supplied S video output connector Audio output svbEo voro uo ad connector m Audio cable Phono plug x 2 not supplied VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with a video output connector Video cable not supplied Video output connector Audio output connector Audio cable Phono plug x 2 not supplied INPUT A For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector Component Mini D sub 15 pin cable not supplied YPBPR output connector Audio output RGB Y PePR connector NEUT Video equipment Audio cable Phono plug x 2 stereo mini plug not supplied 8 Connecting the Projector Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment OUTPUT Projected images and input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor and audio equipment such as speakers with a built in amplifier Display equipment i Mini D sub 15 pin RGB input connector cable supplied Audio input connector Audio cable stereo mini plug Audio equipment not supplied Projected images and audio can be output The image is output only as a computer signal input from the RGB input connector INPUT A INPUT B INPUT B is available only for VPL EX120 EX145 EX175 or a video signal input from the YPsPr input connector INPUT A Connecting the Projector 9 uonejeda4g gt Projecting Adjusting an Image
36. ollowing window appears in the Web browser Data Projector 4 INFORMATION Click this button to show the present status ofthe projector You cen check tre network setings ano oiner Hub router etc Information forthe proj the bits on th j w e projector The functions of are the same as those 2 Set the network settings for the projector using Network Setting on the Connection Power menu page 20 Once you make the network settings you can open the Control window only by 3 Start a web browser on the computer performing step 3 of this procedure enter the following in the address field then press the Enter key on your computer http XXX XXX XXX XXX Using Network Features VPL EX145 EX175 only yJOMION 23 How to operate the Control window Switching the page Click one of the Page Switching buttons to display the desired setting page Data Projector SONY INFORMATION Click this button to show the present status of the projector You ean check the netwark settings and other Page Switching buttons Setting the access limitation You can limit a user for accessing any particular page Administrator Allowed access to all pages User Allowed access to all pages except the Setup page Set under Password of the Setup page When you access the Setup page for the first time enter root for user name and enter nothing for password The name of the administrator
37. ommander Items Item descriptions Language Selects the language used in the menu and on screen displays Status On All on screen statuses are enabled Off Turn off the on screen displays except for the menus message when turning off the power and warning messages Security Lock On Off This function enables restriction of the projector to authorized users by password The setting procedures for security locking are as follows 1 Select On and press ENTER to display the setting menu 2 Input the password with the MENU and ENTER keys The default password setting is ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER 3 Input a new password with the MENU 4 v and ENTER keys 4 Enter the password again to confirm Enter the password when you turn on the projector after disconnecting and reconnecting the AC power cord When it is set to Off you can cancel the security lock You are required to input the password again If you fail to enter the correct password after three consecutive times the projector cannot be used In this case press the ID key to go Standby mode then turn on the power again Panel Key Lock On Off When set to On locks all the control panel keys of the projector However you can operate the following when set to On Press and hold the I key for approximately 10 seconds during Standby mode gt The projector turns on Press and hold the MENU key for approximately 10 seconds
38. r is set to Off Check if Volume is not set to minimum The Remote Commander does not work Check that the batteries are installed correctly Check that the batteries are not exhausted The fan is noisy The sound from the fan is often greater than normal to cool the lamp etc in the following cases Lamp Mode is set to High High Altitude Mode is set to On The unit is used in the location where the temperature is high If the ventilation holes are blocked the internal temperature of the projector rises and the fan noise becomes larger Troubleshooting si6U10 29 30 Replacing the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image or the LAMP COVER indicator notifies you to replace the lamp pages 26 27 Use an LMP E211 projector lamp not supplied for replacement The lamp remains hot after the projector is turned off If you touch the lamp you may burn your finger When you replace the lamp wait for at least an hour after turning off the projector for the lamp to cool sufficiently Do not allow any metallic or inflammable objects into the lamp replacement slot after removing the lamp otherwise it may cause electrical shock or fire Do not put your hands into the slot If the lamp breaks contact qualified Sony personnel Do not replace the lamp yourself When removing the lamp be sure to pull it out straigh
39. sages List When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image address the problem in accordance with the table below Message Meaning Remedy Page High temp Lamp off in Check the items below 3 21 1 min Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes 32 Check to see if the air filter is not clogged Check if Installation Attitude on the Installation menu is correctly selected Frequency is out of range Change the output setting of the connected equipment to one 37 for signals supported by the projector Please check Input A Signal Sel Set Input A Signal Sel to Auto or select the input signal 20 type to suit to the input signal Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter Replace the lamp with a new one and clean the air filter To 30 32 cancel the message press any key on the Remote Commander or the control panel of the projector The message appears whenever you turn on the power until you replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer Projector temperature is high High Altitude Mode should be On if the projector is being used at high altitude At an altitude of 1 500 m or higher if you are not using the 3 21 projector check the items below 32 Check that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes Check that the air filter is not clogged Check if Installation Attitude on the Installation menu is correctly selected Not applicab
40. selects the color system automatically when S Video or Video is selected with the INPUT key Standby Mode Standard Low When set to Low lowers power consumption in Standby mode Power Saving Mode Lamp Cutoff The lamp turns off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no signal is input for 10 minutes The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed In Lamp Cutoff the ON STANDBY indicator lights in orange page 26 Standby The power will be turned off automatically and the projector goes to Standby mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes Off The Power Saving Mode is canceled Direct Power On On Off When set to On you can turn the power on without going to Standby mode when the AC power cord is connected to a wall outlet Regardless of the Direct Power On setting you can disconnect the AC power cord to turn off the power without going to the Standby mode The image may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal In such a case adjust it manually to suit to the connected equipment 2 When Standby Mode is set to Low the network and network control function cannot be operated while the projector is in standby mode 3 VPL EX145 EX175 only 20 The Connection Power Menu The Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for installing the projector Items Image Flip Item descriptions HV H V Off Flips the proj
41. sign and specifications of the unit including the optional accessories are subject to change without notice Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THELOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER Specifications SJOUIO 35 36 Pin assignment RGB input connector Mini D sub 15 pin female 1 Video input 9 Power supply red R input for DDC 2 Video input 10 GND green G 3 Video input 11 GND blue B 4 GND 12 DDC SDA 5 RESERVE 13 Horizontal sync signal 6 GND R 14 Vertical sync signal 7 GND G 15 DDC SCL 8 GND B RS 232C connector D Sub 9 pin female 5 1 0000 9 6 1 NC 6 NC 2 RXDA 7 RTS 3 TXDA 8 CTS 4 DTR 9 NC 5 GND Specifications Acceptable Input Signals Input connector P P 9 Resolution Mad RGB Computer signal maul 1440 x 900 55 9 60 e nput connector Resolution fH kHz P 1280 x 800 49 7 60 e fV Hz RGB 640 x 350 31 5 7
42. t by holding the designated location If you touch a part of the lamp other than the designated location you may be burned or injured If you pull out the lamp while the projector is tilted the pieces may scatter if the lamp breaks any may cause injury Replacing the Lamp 1 Tum off the projector and disconnect the AC power cord from a wall outlet 2 When the lamp has cooled sufficiently open the lamp cover by loosening 1 screw da o 3 Loosen the 2 screws on the lamp then pull out the lamp by its grab 4 Insert the new lamp all the way in until it is securely in place Tighten the 2 screws D Close the lamp cover and tighten the 1 screw Be sure to install the lamp and Lamp cover securely as it was If not the projector cannot be turned on Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet and turn on the projector Reset the lamp timer for notification of the next replacement time Select Lamp Timer Reset on the Function menu then press the ENTER key When a message appears select Yes to reset the lamp timer page 18 Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA 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 Telecommunications Industry Association www eiae org Replacing the Lamp 3 si6U10
43. ww kensington com D Security bar Connects to a commercially available security chain or wire Location and Function of Controls 3 MGIAJ8AQ Connector Panel Input pages 7 8 INPUTA Video RGB YPBPR input connector RGB YPBPR Audio Audio input connector AUDIO INPUT B VPL EX120 EX145 EX175 only Video RGB input connector RGB Audio Audio input connector AUDIO S VIDEO S VIDEO IN Video S video input connector Audio Audio input connector L MONO AUDIO R VIDEO VIDEO IN Video Video input connector Audio Audio input connector L MONO AUDIO R The audio inputs of S VIDEO and VIDEO are shared Location and Function of Controls Output page 9 OUTPUT Video Monitor output connector MONITOR Audio Audio output connector AUDIO This connector outputs the projected image or audio The image is output as a computer signal input from the RGB input connector INPUT A INPUT B INPUT B is available only for VPL EX120 EX145 EX175 ora video signal input from the YPBPR input connector INPUT A Others Q RS 232C connector RS 232C compatible control connector Connects the computer s RS 232C connector and the RS 232C cross cables LAN connector VPL EX145 EX175 only page 23 Q AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord Remote Commander and Control Panel Remote Commander Control Panel
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