Operating Instructions
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... 4 Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys 5 Preparation Connecting the Projector 7 Connecting a Computer 7 Connecting a Video equipment .... 8 Others Indicators 25 Messages List 26 Troubleshooting 27 Replacing the Lamp 29 Cleaning the Air Filter 31 Specifications 32 Projection Distance 37 Dimensions 42 Index 45 Projecting/Adjusting an Image Projecting an Image 9 Adjusting the Projected...
... 4 Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys 5 Preparation Connecting the Projector 7 Connecting a Computer 7 Connecting a Video equipment .... 8 Others Indicators 25 Messages List 26 Troubleshooting 27 Replacing the Lamp 29 Cleaning the Air Filter 31 Specifications 32 Projection Distance 37 Dimensions 42 Index 45 Projecting/Adjusting an Image Projecting an Image 9 Adjusting the Projected...
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For details, visit Kensington's web site. http://www.kensington.com/ n Control panel keys (page 5) o Ventilation holes (intake) p Speaker q LAMP/COVER indicator (page 25) r ON/STANDBY indicator (page 25) Location and Function of Controls Main Unit 1 2 5 3 4 0 6 7 8 9 a Focus ring (page...control detector e Foot adjust button (page 11) f Front foot (adjustable) (page 11) g Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake) (page 31) h Lamp cover (page 29) i Rear feet (adjustable) (page 11) j Ventilation holes (exhaust) Caution Do not place anything near the ventilation holes and the ...
For details, visit Kensington's web site. http://www.kensington.com/ n Control panel keys (page 5) o Ventilation holes (intake) p Speaker q LAMP/COVER indicator (page 25) r ON/STANDBY indicator (page 25) Location and Function of Controls Main Unit 1 2 5 3 4 0 6 7 8 9 a Focus ring (page...control detector e Foot adjust button (page 11) f Front foot (adjustable) (page 11) g Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake) (page 31) h Lamp cover (page 29) i Rear feet (adjustable) (page 11) j Ventilation holes (exhaust) Caution Do not place anything near the ventilation holes and the ...
Operating Instructions
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... between the remote commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can be used depending on the resolution of "Lamp Mode," "With No Input," and "With Static Signal." 1 Press the ECO MODE key to select "ECO" or "User" mode. BLANK key Cuts off ...audio output temporarily. Energy-saving mode consists of the input signal. *2: Use this key when inputting a computer signal. For details on ECO Mode settings, see "Lamp Mode", "With No Input" and "With Static Signal" on the projector. 6 Location and Function of the ECO mode menu as you desire (go to ...
... between the remote commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can be used depending on the resolution of "Lamp Mode," "With No Input," and "With Static Signal." 1 Press the ECO MODE key to select "ECO" or "User" mode. BLANK key Cuts off ...audio output temporarily. Energy-saving mode consists of the input signal. *2: Use this key when inputting a computer signal. For details on ECO Mode settings, see "Lamp Mode", "With No Input" and "With Static Signal" on the projector. 6 Location and Function of the ECO mode menu as you desire (go to ...
Operating Instructions
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CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed caption service (captions or text). When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 29). On/Off: When set to "On," APA functions automatically when a signal is input via the RGB input connector (INPUT A). 20 The ...Function Menu Items Volume Smart APA CC Display Lamp Timer Reset Item descriptions The higher the value, the louder an audio volume and the lower the value, the lower the audio volume. Note *1: APA...
CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed caption service (captions or text). When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 29). On/Off: When set to "On," APA functions automatically when a signal is input via the RGB input connector (INPUT A). 20 The ...Function Menu Items Volume Smart APA CC Display Lamp Timer Reset Item descriptions The higher the value, the louder an audio volume and the lower the value, the lower the audio volume. Note *1: APA...
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...When set to "Low," power consumption is adjusted automatically according to image content. Auto Power Saving With No Input With Static Signal Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no input signal. *3: This varies depending on the input image. Off: You... Signal Sel.*1 Auto/Computer/Video GBR/Component: When set in input signal. *5: This mode does not work for about 10 seconds, lamp output is connected to darken about three minutes after there is selected. With the projector turned off automatically, and the unit enters standby mode...
...When set to "Low," power consumption is adjusted automatically according to image content. Auto Power Saving With No Input With Static Signal Lamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and power consumption is reduced if no input signal. *3: This varies depending on the input image. Off: You... Signal Sel.*1 Auto/Computer/Video GBR/Component: When set in input signal. *5: This mode does not work for about 10 seconds, lamp output is connected to darken about three minutes after there is selected. With the projector turned off automatically, and the unit enters standby mode...
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Indicates the total usage time of the lamp. The Information Menu The Information menu is used to check projector status, such as total usage time of a lamp. Displays the serial number. Displays the type of the current input signal. Displays the horizontal/vertical frequency of the current input signal. Note *1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal. 24 The Information Menu Items Model Name Serial No. fH/fV*1 Signal Type Lamp Timer Item descriptions Displays the model name.
Indicates the total usage time of the lamp. The Information Menu The Information menu is used to check projector status, such as total usage time of a lamp. Displays the serial number. Displays the type of the current input signal. Displays the horizontal/vertical frequency of the current input signal. Note *1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal. 24 The Information Menu Items Model Name Serial No. fH/fV*1 Signal Type Lamp Timer Item descriptions Displays the model name.
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...green Lights in orange Flashes in red Flashes twice Flashes six times Other number of lamp is in Standby mode. • The projector is ready to operate after having taken measures below, consult with qualified Sony personnel. If a symptom persists, despite having been turned on the power again. ... Indicators 25 After checking that the ON/STANDBY indicator goes out, plug the power cord to cool then turn on . In this case, replace the lamp with the table below . • Check if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. (pages 3, 3) • Check if the air filter is not...
...green Lights in orange Flashes in red Flashes twice Flashes six times Other number of lamp is in Standby mode. • The projector is ready to operate after having taken measures below, consult with qualified Sony personnel. If a symptom persists, despite having been turned on the power again. ... Indicators 25 After checking that the ON/STANDBY indicator goes out, plug the power cord to cool then turn on . In this case, replace the lamp with the table below . • Check if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. (pages 3, 3) • Check if the air filter is not...
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... to Restart projector will remain on the power until you turn off in 1 min. Please clean the filter. The and clean the Filter. Lamp Dimming Reduces lamp output when "With Static Signal" is set to one and clean the air filter. Frequency is set . Clean the air filter. Page ...the projector will shutdown The ?/1 key was pressed. To turn on ). Set "Input-A Signal Sel." message appears whenever you replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer. Messages List When any change in the Installation menu is restored. Please check Input-A Signal Sel. "Control Key Lock" is ...
... to Restart projector will remain on the power until you turn off in 1 min. Please clean the filter. The and clean the Filter. Lamp Dimming Reduces lamp output when "With Static Signal" is set to one and clean the air filter. Frequency is set . Clean the air filter. Page ...the projector will shutdown The ?/1 key was pressed. To turn on ). Set "Input-A Signal Sel." message appears whenever you replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer. Messages List When any change in the Installation menu is restored. Please check Input-A Signal Sel. "Control Key Lock" is ...
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... the "V Keystone" is set manually. 5, 12, 23 When the projector is a trapezoid. Set "V Keystone" to "Auto"*1 or "Manual" to set to "Off." If the lamp or lamp cover is muted. 6 On-screen display does The on . Check if the input source is correctly selected. 9 Check if the picture is not attached securely...
... the "V Keystone" is set manually. 5, 12, 23 When the projector is a trapezoid. Set "V Keystone" to "Auto"*1 or "Manual" to set to "Off." If the lamp or lamp cover is muted. 6 On-screen display does The on . Check if the input source is correctly selected. 9 Check if the picture is not attached securely...
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...is set properly. - darker or brighter. The image is connected to cool the 22, 23 lamp, etc. The fan is often greater than normal to the external 7 equipment properly. Note *1: VPL-DX140/DX120/DW120 only. 28 Troubleshooting increase temporarily, but this case, let the projector sit ...for a long time, brightness may - When the "Lamp Mode" is set to "On." • The unit is used at...
...is set properly. - darker or brighter. The image is connected to cool the 22, 23 lamp, etc. The fan is often greater than normal to the external 7 equipment properly. Note *1: VPL-DX140/DX120/DW120 only. 28 Troubleshooting increase temporarily, but this case, let the projector sit ...for a long time, brightness may - When the "Lamp Mode" is set to "On." • The unit is used at...
Operating Instructions
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... designated location, you may be sure to cool sufficiently. • Do not allow any metallic or inflammable objects into the slot. Notes • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Note For safety reasons, do not loosen any may cause electrical shock or fire. Caution • The...
... designated location, you may be sure to cool sufficiently. • Do not allow any metallic or inflammable objects into the slot. Notes • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Note For safety reasons, do not loosen any may cause electrical shock or fire. Caution • The...
Operating Instructions
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...Fold down the handle to touch the glass surface of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in place (1). Notes • Be careful not to replace it (3). Select "Lamp Timer Reset" on the projector. 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of these materials may be regulated due to avoid .... Disposal of the next replacement time. Tighten the two screws (2). Fold down the handle. 1 3 2 2 6 Connect the AC power cord to reset the lamp timer (page 20). Caution Do not put your local authorities or the Telecommunications Industry Association (www.eiae.org).
...Fold down the handle to touch the glass surface of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in place (1). Notes • Be careful not to replace it (3). Select "Lamp Timer Reset" on the projector. 7 Reset the lamp timer for notification of these materials may be regulated due to avoid .... Disposal of the next replacement time. Tighten the two screws (2). Fold down the handle. 1 3 2 2 6 Connect the AC power cord to reset the lamp timer (page 20). Caution Do not put your local authorities or the Telecommunications Industry Association (www.eiae.org).
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... (1280 × 800 pixels, 3 plate panels) Zoom Manual zoom: VPL-DX140/VPL-DW120: approx.1.3 times VPL-DX120/DX100: approx.1.2 times Focus Manual High-pressure mercury lamp, 210 W type 30 inches to 300 inches (0.76 m to 7.62 m) VPL-DX140: 3200 lm VPL-DX120/VPL-DW120: 2600 lm VPL-DX100: 2300 lm (when "Lamp Mode" is set to "High") 1 W × 1 (monaural) Horizontal: 15...
... (1280 × 800 pixels, 3 plate panels) Zoom Manual zoom: VPL-DX140/VPL-DW120: approx.1.3 times VPL-DX120/DX100: approx.1.2 times Focus Manual High-pressure mercury lamp, 210 W type 30 inches to 300 inches (0.76 m to 7.62 m) VPL-DX140: 3200 lm VPL-DX120/VPL-DW120: 2600 lm VPL-DX100: 2300 lm (when "Lamp Mode" is set to "High") 1 W × 1 (monaural) Horizontal: 15...
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...Lamp LMP-D213 (for replacement) Notes *1: For details, refer to "Acceptable Input Signals*1" on page 36. *2: Information on accessories in this manual is operating properly before use. Design and specifications of September 2012. *3: Not all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony...WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER. 34 Specifications Items Model Mass Supplied accessories Optional accessories*2 *3 Descriptions VPL-DX140/DX120/DX100/VPL-DW120 Approx. 2.5 kg (5 lb 7 oz) See "Checking the Supplied Accessories" in all optional accessories are subject to change...
...Lamp LMP-D213 (for replacement) Notes *1: For details, refer to "Acceptable Input Signals*1" on page 36. *2: Information on accessories in this manual is operating properly before use. Design and specifications of September 2012. *3: Not all countries and area. Please check with your local Sony...WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER. 34 Specifications Items Model Mass Supplied accessories Optional accessories*2 *3 Descriptions VPL-DX140/DX120/DX100/VPL-DW120 Approx. 2.5 kg (5 lb 7 oz) See "Checking the Supplied Accessories" in all optional accessories are subject to change...
Operating Instructions
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... G Gamma Mode 15 H H (Horizontal 17 High Altitude Mode 23 Hue 15 I Image Flip 23 Information menu 24 Input 4 Installation menu 23 K Keystone 5 L Lamp cover 3 Lamp Timer 24 Lamp Timer Reset 20 LAMP/COVER indicator 3, 25 Language 21 Link to Image Flip 23 Location and function of controls 3 M Main unit 3 Messages list 26 Model Name... Picture mode 15 Picture muting 6 Pin assignment 35 Projecting an image 9 Projection distance 37 R Rear feet (adjustable 3, 11 Remote commander 5 Remote control detector 3 Replacing the lamp 29 Reset 15 Others Index 45
... G Gamma Mode 15 H H (Horizontal 17 High Altitude Mode 23 Hue 15 I Image Flip 23 Information menu 24 Input 4 Installation menu 23 K Keystone 5 L Lamp cover 3 Lamp Timer 24 Lamp Timer Reset 20 LAMP/COVER indicator 3, 25 Language 21 Link to Image Flip 23 Location and function of controls 3 M Main unit 3 Messages list 26 Model Name... Picture mode 15 Picture muting 6 Pin assignment 35 Projecting an image 9 Projection distance 37 R Rear feet (adjustable 3, 11 Remote commander 5 Remote control detector 3 Replacing the lamp 29 Reset 15 Others Index 45
Quick Reference Manual
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... off . • Do not look into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified Sony personnel before operating it further. • Unplug the unit from the AC power source (mains) as long as... the operating voltage of paper. Do not push hard on the top of the unit with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any object just in such materials. • Do not place any liquid or... solid object fall into the lens while the lamp is hot. • Be careful not to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself . • ...
... off . • Do not look into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified Sony personnel before operating it further. • Unplug the unit from the AC power source (mains) as long as... the operating voltage of paper. Do not push hard on the top of the unit with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any object just in such materials. • Do not place any liquid or... solid object fall into the lens while the lamp is hot. • Be careful not to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself . • ...
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... When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may increase during or immediately after the replacement time has elapsed. On Lamp The lamp used . • The lamp may break with a soft dry cloth. If, however, in contact with a rubber or vinyl resin product for a long period... between the screen and the unit or the zooming magnifications. The lamp may become unlit and may burn out. • The lamp life varies with qualified Sony personnel. For carrying This unit is not a malfunction. Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as alcohol, benzene or thinner,...
... When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may increase during or immediately after the replacement time has elapsed. On Lamp The lamp used . • The lamp may break with a soft dry cloth. If, however, in contact with a rubber or vinyl resin product for a long period... between the screen and the unit or the zooming magnifications. The lamp may become unlit and may burn out. • The lamp life varies with qualified Sony personnel. For carrying This unit is not a malfunction. Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as alcohol, benzene or thinner,...
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... symptom is unusually high. The internal temperature is shown again, the lamp may be burnt out. Check the items below . Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Unplug the AC power cord from a wall outlet. Flashes twice The lamp cover is not attached securely. (page 18) Flashes three times The...the problem in Standby mode. • The projector is ready to cool then turn on . • The lamp cools after having taken measures below, consult with qualified Sony personnel. ON/STANDBY indicator Status Lights in red Flashes in green Lights in green Lights in orange Flashes in red...
... symptom is unusually high. The internal temperature is shown again, the lamp may be burnt out. Check the items below . Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Unplug the AC power cord from a wall outlet. Flashes twice The lamp cover is not attached securely. (page 18) Flashes three times The...the problem in Standby mode. • The projector is ready to cool then turn on . • The lamp cools after having taken measures below, consult with qualified Sony personnel. ON/STANDBY indicator Status Lights in red Flashes in green Lights in green Lights in orange Flashes in red...
Quick Reference Manual
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...shock or fire. Replacing the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one screw. Fold out the handle (2), then pull out the lamp unit by holding the designated location. Notes • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Use an LMP-D213 projector lamp (not supplied) for at ...least an hour after removing the lamp, otherwise it out straight, by the handle (3)....
...shock or fire. Replacing the Lamp Replace the lamp with a new one screw. Fold out the handle (2), then pull out the lamp unit by holding the designated location. Notes • If the lamp breaks, contact qualified Sony personnel. Use an LMP-D213 projector lamp (not supplied) for at ...least an hour after removing the lamp, otherwise it out straight, by the handle (3)....
Quick Reference Manual
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.... • Insert the handle firmly to a wall outlet and turn on if the lamp is securely in this product contains mercury. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your hands into the lamp replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid or other objects into the slot to ...Yes" to environmental considerations. Notes • Be careful not to touch the glass surface of these materials may be regulated due to reset the lamp timer. Replacing the Lamp 19 GB Fold down the handle. 1 3 2 2 6 Connect the AC power cord to attach it (3). Caution Do not put your ...
.... • Insert the handle firmly to a wall outlet and turn on if the lamp is securely in this product contains mercury. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your hands into the lamp replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid or other objects into the slot to ...Yes" to environmental considerations. Notes • Be careful not to touch the glass surface of these materials may be regulated due to reset the lamp timer. Replacing the Lamp 19 GB Fold down the handle. 1 3 2 2 6 Connect the AC power cord to attach it (3). Caution Do not put your ...