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... Panel 5 Remote Commander 6 The Setup Menu 29 The Information Menu 30 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 32 Cleaning the Air Filter 34 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 8 Connecting the Projector 9 Connecting a Computer 9 Connecting a VCR 10 Projecting 11 Turning Off the Power 14 Others Troubleshooting 35 Messages List 38 Specifications 40 Index 44 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language .......... 15 Security Lock 16 Other Functions 18 Off & Go Function 18 Effective Tools for Your Presentation 18 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU...
... Panel 5 Remote Commander 6 The Setup Menu 29 The Information Menu 30 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 32 Cleaning the Air Filter 34 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 8 Connecting the Projector 9 Connecting a Computer 9 Connecting a VCR 10 Projecting 11 Turning Off the Power 14 Others Troubleshooting 35 Messages List 38 Specifications 40 Index 44 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language .......... 15 Security Lock 16 Other Functions 18 Off & Go Function 18 Effective Tools for Your Presentation 18 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU...
Operating Instructions
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... turned on the Remote Commander. Easy setup and simple operation Advanced Intelligent Auto-setup function with auto focus adjustment Simply press the power key, and the projector automatically performs the setups required before use of an image with approximately 790,000 effective pixels, produce a resolution of 800 × 600 dots (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input, and 600 horizontal TV lines for video input. High picture quality VPL-CX20: Three super-high-aperture 0.63-inch XGA panels...
... turned on the Remote Commander. Easy setup and simple operation Advanced Intelligent Auto-setup function with auto focus adjustment Simply press the power key, and the projector automatically performs the setups required before use of an image with approximately 790,000 effective pixels, produce a resolution of 800 × 600 dots (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input, and 600 horizontal TV lines for video input. High picture quality VPL-CX20: Three super-high-aperture 0.63-inch XGA panels...
Operating Instructions
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... the lamp cover or air filter cover is turned off with the ?/1 key. - b INPUT key c ?/1 (On/Standby) key Turns on page 11. Lights when the lamp has reached the end of Controls 5 key Adjusts the picture focus manually. Location and Function of its life or reaches a high temperature. - Push a ZOOM +/- For details, see page 14. g AUTO FOCUS key Adjusts the picture focus automatically. f FOCUS +/- Flashes when the fan is in power saving mode. • TEMP (Temperature)/FAN Lights or flashes under the following conditions: - key Adjusts the picture size. h Status...
... the lamp cover or air filter cover is turned off with the ?/1 key. - b INPUT key c ?/1 (On/Standby) key Turns on page 11. Lights when the lamp has reached the end of Controls 5 key Adjusts the picture focus manually. Location and Function of its life or reaches a high temperature. - Push a ZOOM +/- For details, see page 14. g AUTO FOCUS key Adjusts the picture focus automatically. f FOCUS +/- Flashes when the fan is in power saving mode. • TEMP (Temperature)/FAN Lights or flashes under the following conditions: - key Adjusts the picture size. h Status...
Operating Instructions
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... when the menu or a setting item is input from a computer. For details, see "Connecting a Computer" on page 9 and "Connecting a VCR" on the control panel function identically. Each time you press this key, the Tilt menu and the V Keystone menu are displayed alternately. l AUTO FOCUS key Adjusts the picture focus automatically. 6 Location and Function of the image manually. k LENS key Each time you use this key, the Lens Focus adjustment and Lens Zoom adjustment menus are displayed in turn. l MENU key Displays the on...
... when the menu or a setting item is input from a computer. For details, see "Connecting a Computer" on page 9 and "Connecting a VCR" on the control panel function identically. Each time you press this key, the Tilt menu and the V Keystone menu are displayed alternately. l AUTO FOCUS key Adjusts the picture focus automatically. 6 Location and Function of the image manually. k LENS key Each time you use this key, the Lens Focus adjustment and Lens Zoom adjustment menus are displayed in turn. l MENU key Displays the on...
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... Projecting Projecting the Picture ON/STANDBY indicator to video GBR/ component output Rear remote control detector White to audio output (L) Red to audio output (R) VCR A SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied) HD D-sub 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack B A/V connecting adaptor (supplied) C Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) Note Set the aspect ratio using "Wide Mode" on the Signal menu according to the input signal. 1 Plug the AC power cord into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 key. The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green...
... Projecting Projecting the Picture ON/STANDBY indicator to video GBR/ component output Rear remote control detector White to audio output (L) Red to audio output (R) VCR A SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied) HD D-sub 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack B A/V connecting adaptor (supplied) C Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) Note Set the aspect ratio using "Wide Mode" on the Signal menu according to the input signal. 1 Plug the AC power cord into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 key. The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green...
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... be able to turn off the "Security Lock" setting on , then it becomes effective. If "Invalid Password!" Picture Signal Function Installation Setup Smart APA: Auto Input Search: Auto Focus: Test Pattern: Standby Mode: Power Saving: Panel Key Lock: Security Lock: Information Sel: Set: On On On Off Standard Off Off Off Back: Exit: Invalid Password! is turned on the menu screen, perform this case, press the ?/1 key to verify the projector's serial number and your identity...
... be able to turn off the "Security Lock" setting on , then it becomes effective. If "Invalid Password!" Picture Signal Function Installation Setup Smart APA: Auto Input Search: Auto Focus: Test Pattern: Standby Mode: Power Saving: Panel Key Lock: Security Lock: Information Sel: Set: On On On Off Standard Off Off Off Back: Exit: Invalid Password! is turned on the menu screen, perform this case, press the ?/1 key to verify the projector's serial number and your identity...
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... adjuster is retracted into the projector. By pressing the + key repeatedly, the image size (ratio of enlargement: max. 4 times) increases. 18 Other Functions This function works when a signal from a computer is unplugged, the fan runs for a few seconds. This function does not work when a video signal is enlarged. Digital zoom icon 2 Move the icon to the point on the Remote Commander. After the AC power cord is input...
... adjuster is retracted into the projector. By pressing the + key repeatedly, the image size (ratio of enlargement: max. 4 times) increases. 18 Other Functions This function works when a signal from a computer is unplugged, the fan runs for a few seconds. This function does not work when a video signal is enlarged. Digital zoom icon 2 Move the icon to the point on the Remote Commander. After the AC power cord is input...
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... the B or ENTER key. The menu appears. Picture Signal Function Installation Setup Tilt V Keystone: Background: Lamp Mode: Lens Control: IR Receiver: Illumination: High Altitude Mode: Auto Blue Standard On Front & Rear On Off Information Sel: Set: Exit: 2 Use the v or V key to select the item, then press the B or ENTER key. The setting or adjustment done is stored and the previous screen is shown in yellow. 3 Select an item. Press...
... the B or ENTER key. The menu appears. Picture Signal Function Installation Setup Tilt V Keystone: Background: Lamp Mode: Lens Control: IR Receiver: Illumination: High Altitude Mode: Auto Blue Standard On Front & Rear On Off Information Sel: Set: Exit: 2 Use the v or V key to select the item, then press the B or ENTER key. The setting or adjustment done is stored and the previous screen is shown in yellow. 3 Select an item. Press...
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...is input. • On: When a picture with a ratio of the LCD panel and the signal output from a computer. Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture. When set to "Off," displays the picture while matching one pixel of the picture. Adjust Signal...menu Picture Signal Adjust Signal Wide Mode: Scan Converter: Function Installation Setup Information Sel: Off On Set: Exit: Picture Signal Function Adjust Signal Dot Phase: H Size: Shift: Installation Setup Information Sel: Set: 12 1344 H: 235 V: 34 Back: Exit: Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Setting items...
...is input. • On: When a picture with a ratio of the LCD panel and the signal output from a computer. Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture. When set to "Off," displays the picture while matching one pixel of the picture. Adjust Signal...menu Picture Signal Adjust Signal Wide Mode: Scan Converter: Function Installation Setup Information Sel: Off On Set: Exit: Picture Signal Function Adjust Signal Dot Phase: H Size: Shift: Installation Setup Information Sel: Set: 12 1344 H: 235 V: 34 Back: Exit: Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Setting items...
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... the setting of the adjusted data for an unpressed input signal. When a preset signal is displayed in the preset memory. Make finer adjustments by adjusting "H Size." Signal Super Mac-2 SGI-1 Macintosh 19" Macintosh 21" Sony News PC-9821 1280 × 1024 WS Sunmicro Memory No. This projector has 20 types of input signal is input for input signals (the preset memory). The memory number and signal type of the screen is input, the projector...
... the setting of the adjusted data for an unpressed input signal. When a preset signal is displayed in the preset memory. Make finer adjustments by adjusting "H Size." Signal Super Mac-2 SGI-1 Macintosh 19" Macintosh 21" Sony News PC-9821 1280 × 1024 WS Sunmicro Memory No. This projector has 20 types of input signal is input for input signals (the preset memory). The memory number and signal type of the screen is input, the projector...
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... APA," it will not be seen clearly. The power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key is pressed. It indicates the input channel when the INPUT key is pressed. Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Setting items Smart APA Auto Input Search Auto Focus Test Pattern Standby Mode Power Saving Functions Initial setting The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically On adjusts "Dot Phase," "H Size" and "Shift" on the Off screen during "Lens Zoom", "Lens Focus," or "V Keystone" adjustment.
... APA," it will not be seen clearly. The power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key is pressed. It indicates the input channel when the INPUT key is pressed. Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Setting items Smart APA Auto Input Search Auto Focus Test Pattern Standby Mode Power Saving Functions Initial setting The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically On adjusts "Dot Phase," "H Size" and "Shift" on the Off screen during "Lens Zoom", "Lens Focus," or "V Keystone" adjustment.
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... standby mode when the power is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes a black portion around it is in standby mode, and turns the projector to "Off." To lock the control panel keys, set . When it is set to "On," keeping the ?/1 key on the control panel pressed for about 10 seconds when the power is on, the lock will not work properly and some parts of the image may not be adjusted...
... standby mode when the power is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes a black portion around it is in standby mode, and turns the projector to "Off." To lock the control panel keys, set . When it is set to "On," keeping the ?/1 key on the control panel pressed for about 10 seconds when the power is on, the lock will not work properly and some parts of the image may not be adjusted...
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...the projected picture. Picture Signal Function Installation Setup Tilt V Keystone: Background: Lamp Mode: Lens Control: IR Receiver: Illumination: High Altitude Mode: Information Sel: Auto Blue Standard On Front & Rear On Off Set: Exit: Setting items Tilt... V Keystone Background Lamp Mode Lens Control IR Receiver Illumination High Altitude Mode Functions Initial setting Adjusts the position (height) of the projected image will be lower compared with the "High" setting. Standard When set to "Off," the LENS (FOCUS, ZOOM) key on the On Remote Commander, and the FOCUS and ZOOM...
...the projected picture. Picture Signal Function Installation Setup Tilt V Keystone: Background: Lamp Mode: Lens Control: IR Receiver: Illumination: High Altitude Mode: Information Sel: Auto Blue Standard On Front & Rear On Off Set: Exit: Setting items Tilt... V Keystone Background Lamp Mode Lens Control IR Receiver Illumination High Altitude Mode Functions Initial setting Adjusts the position (height) of the projected image will be lower compared with the "High" setting. Standard When set to "Off," the LENS (FOCUS, ZOOM) key on the On Remote Commander, and the FOCUS and ZOOM...
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... Projector Lamp as a light source is stable after using the projector, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool. Note Be sure that the projector is a consumable product. Notes • If the lamp breaks, contact your finger. Note When replacing the lamp after turning it remains horizontal, then pull straight up The lamp life varies depending on the screen • The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up . B Maintenance Replacing...
... Projector Lamp as a light source is stable after using the projector, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool. Note Be sure that the projector is a consumable product. Notes • If the lamp breaks, contact your finger. Note When replacing the lamp after turning it remains horizontal, then pull straight up The lamp life varies depending on the screen • The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up . B Maintenance Replacing...
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... air filter cover is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data Channel 2B). c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 9). • The connections are wrong. The powered tilt adjuster is The AC power cord was unplugged with your computer's settings. For details, refer to the computer's operating instructions supplied with the power of a computer. Others Troubleshooting 35 Picture Symptom No picture. If your computer is incorrect. c Select the input source correctly using the following procedures. 1 Connect...
... air filter cover is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data Channel 2B). c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 9). • The connections are wrong. The powered tilt adjuster is The AC power cord was unplugged with your computer's settings. For details, refer to the computer's operating instructions supplied with the power of a computer. Others Troubleshooting 35 Picture Symptom No picture. If your computer is incorrect. c Select the input source correctly using the following procedures. 1 Connect...
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... "Status" on the Setup menu is colored strangely. c Replace the lamp with the power on the Setup menu to match the color system being input (see page 29). c Display the full image on the Adjust Signal... c Adjust "Dot Phase" on the screen and press the APA key. appears in spite of "Input-A Signal Sel." "Dot Phase" on the Adjust Signal... The setting of the Signal menu has not been adjusted properly. c Adjust the focus (see page 32). c Select "Auto", "Computer," "Video...
... "Status" on the Setup menu is colored strangely. c Replace the lamp with the power on the Setup menu to match the color system being input (see page 29). c Display the full image on the Adjust Signal... c Adjust "Dot Phase" on the screen and press the APA key. appears in spite of "Input-A Signal Sel." "Dot Phase" on the Adjust Signal... The setting of the Signal menu has not been adjusted properly. c Adjust the focus (see page 32). c Select "Auto", "Computer," "Video...
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... Sony personnel. light up. does not work. The TEMP/FAN indicator The fan is detached. c Adjust "Volume" on the Installation menu is dead. c Replace it with a new battery (see page 32). • The lamp has reached a high temperature. Sound Symptom No sound. c Wait for 45 seconds to see page 33 and 34). • The electrical system may break down . flashes. Both the LAMP/COVER The electrical system has broken down . Remote Commander...
... Sony personnel. light up. does not work. The TEMP/FAN indicator The fan is detached. c Adjust "Volume" on the Installation menu is dead. c Replace it with a new battery (see page 32). • The lamp has reached a high temperature. Sound Symptom No sound. c Wait for 45 seconds to see page 33 and 34). • The electrical system may break down . flashes. Both the LAMP/COVER The electrical system has broken down . Remote Commander...
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... Remedy High temp.! You have input an RGB signal from the computer when "Input-A Signal Sel." Lamp off the power. c Input a signal that nothing is out of the acceptable range of the projector. c Perform the operation of steps 8 and 9 on the Remote Commander (see page 34). High temp.! c Turn off in high altitude. Auto Focus is too high. Messages List Warning Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the Function menu is set...
... Remedy High temp.! You have input an RGB signal from the computer when "Input-A Signal Sel." Lamp off the power. c Input a signal that nothing is out of the acceptable range of the projector. c Perform the operation of steps 8 and 9 on the Remote Commander (see page 34). High temp.! c Turn off in high altitude. Auto Focus is too high. Messages List Warning Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the Function menu is set...
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... +140°F) Storage humidity 10% to 90% Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) Lithium battery CR2025 (1) HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1) (1-791-992-XX) A/V connecting adaptor (1) (1-830-658-XX) Carrying case (1) AC power cord (1) Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without projecting parts) Mass Approx. 1.9 kg (4 lb 3 oz) Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 2.2 to...
... +140°F) Storage humidity 10% to 90% Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) Lithium battery CR2025 (1) HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1) (1-791-992-XX) A/V connecting adaptor (1) (1-830-658-XX) Carrying case (1) AC power cord (1) Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without projecting parts) Mass Approx. 1.9 kg (4 lb 3 oz) Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 2.2 to...
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... the picture size/shift 23 Air filter 34 Auto Focus 25 Auto Input Search 25 B Background 27 Brightness 22 C Color 22 Color System 29 Color Temp 22 Connecting a computer 9 Connecting a VCR 10 Contrast 22 D Digital Zoom function 18 Dot Phase 23 F fH (Horizontal Frequency 30 fV (Vertical Frequency 30 G Gamma Mode 22 H H Size 23 High Altitude Mode 27 Hue 22 I Illumination 27 Input-A Signal Sel 29 Installation 8 IR 27 IR Receiver 27 L Lamp Mode 27 Lamp replacement 32 Lamp Timer...
... the picture size/shift 23 Air filter 34 Auto Focus 25 Auto Input Search 25 B Background 27 Brightness 22 C Color 22 Color System 29 Color Temp 22 Connecting a computer 9 Connecting a VCR 10 Contrast 22 D Digital Zoom function 18 Dot Phase 23 F fH (Horizontal Frequency 30 fV (Vertical Frequency 30 G Gamma Mode 22 H H Size 23 High Altitude Mode 27 Hue 22 I Illumination 27 Input-A Signal Sel 29 Installation 8 IR 27 IR Receiver 27 L Lamp Mode 27 Lamp replacement 32 Lamp Timer...
