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3-293-838-13 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-EW5 VPL-EX50/EX5 VPL-ES5 © 2008 Sony Corporation
3-293-838-13 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-EW5 VPL-EX50/EX5 VPL-ES5 © 2008 Sony Corporation
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... Sony's unique optical system allows high efficiency. Panel key lock This function locks all the keys on the control panel of the projector, allowing use of 800 × 600 dots (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input, and 500 horizontal TV lines for video input. Clean the filter at the side. High picture performance VPL-EW5...
... Sony's unique optical system allows high efficiency. Panel key lock This function locks all the keys on the control panel of the projector, allowing use of 800 × 600 dots (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input, and 500 horizontal TV lines for video input. Clean the filter at the side. High picture performance VPL-EW5...
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... this key, the adjustment menu are displayed. In VPL-EW5/EX5/ES5: When INPUT A is selected, the output audio is the signal input to the connector of the image. c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction) key Adjusts the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the computer when you operate the projector from a computer. on page 35. g REMOTE RS...
... this key, the adjustment menu are displayed. In VPL-EW5/EX5/ES5: When INPUT A is selected, the output audio is the signal input to the connector of the image. c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction) key Adjusts the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the computer when you operate the projector from a computer. on page 35. g REMOTE RS...
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VPL-EW5 (When "Aspect" on the Signal menu is set to "Full 2" Projected image 40 size (diagonal) (inches) Minimum Distance 1.2 (3.9) Maximum 1.5 Distance (4.9) 80 100 150 200 2.5 3.1 4.6 6.2 (8.2) (10.2) (... the Signal menu is set to "4:3", the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 88 % of "Full 2" size. Notes for VPL-EW5 only • When "Aspect" on page 54. 18 Installing the Projector For details on installation, see "Installation Diagram" on the Signal menu is set to "16:9", the projected image size (diagonal...
VPL-EW5 (When "Aspect" on the Signal menu is set to "Full 2" Projected image 40 size (diagonal) (inches) Minimum Distance 1.2 (3.9) Maximum 1.5 Distance (4.9) 80 100 150 200 2.5 3.1 4.6 6.2 (8.2) (10.2) (... the Signal menu is set to "4:3", the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 88 % of "Full 2" size. Notes for VPL-EW5 only • When "Aspect" on page 54. 18 Installing the Projector For details on installation, see "Installation Diagram" on the Signal menu is set to "16:9", the projected image size (diagonal...
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... more information, refer to following connectors: VPL-EX5/ES5: INPUT A/VIDEO IN AUDIO connector VPL-EW5: INPUT A AUDIO connector VPL-EX50: INPUT A/B AUDIO connector • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, SXGA+, WXGA signals. Connecting the Projector 19 loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of your computer to SVGA (VPL-ES5), XGA (VPL-EX5/EX50) or WXGA (VPLEW5) mode...
... more information, refer to following connectors: VPL-EX5/ES5: INPUT A/VIDEO IN AUDIO connector VPL-EW5: INPUT A AUDIO connector VPL-EX50: INPUT A/B AUDIO connector • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, SXGA+, WXGA signals. Connecting the Projector 19 loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of your computer to SVGA (VPL-ES5), XGA (VPL-EX5/EX50) or WXGA (VPLEW5) mode...
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...connector Computer 20 Connecting the Projector to HDMI connector DVD player 1 HDMI-DVI-D cable (not supplied) 2 HDMI cable (not supplied) Notes • Be sure to use a commercially available plug adaptor. To connect a computer (Digital) or video equipment (Digital) (VPL-EW5 only) Front (the ...connector panel on the right of the lens) VPL-EW5 Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with a video output connector of a type having two rows of...
...connector Computer 20 Connecting the Projector to HDMI connector DVD player 1 HDMI-DVI-D cable (not supplied) 2 HDMI cable (not supplied) Notes • Be sure to use a commercially available plug adaptor. To connect a computer (Digital) or video equipment (Digital) (VPL-EW5 only) Front (the ...connector panel on the right of the lens) VPL-EW5 Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with a video output connector of a type having two rows of...
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... describes how to connect the projector to a component output connector, select "Component" with the "Input-A Signal Sel." To connect to a video or S video output connector Rear side VPL-EX50 To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Rear side VPL-EX50 Projecting the Picture to... connectors: VPL-EX5/ES5: INPUT A/VIDEO IN AUDIO connector VPL-EW5: INPUT A AUDIO connector VPL-EX50: INPUT A/B AUDIO connector • Set the aspect ratio using "Aspect" on the SET SETTING menu. For more information, refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment you connect the projector to a...
... describes how to connect the projector to a component output connector, select "Component" with the "Input-A Signal Sel." To connect to a video or S video output connector Rear side VPL-EX50 To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Rear side VPL-EX50 Projecting the Picture to... connectors: VPL-EX5/ES5: INPUT A/VIDEO IN AUDIO connector VPL-EW5: INPUT A AUDIO connector VPL-EX50: INPUT A/B AUDIO connector • Set the aspect ratio using "Aspect" on the SET SETTING menu. For more information, refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment you connect the projector to a...
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...to output to the projector. Depending on the type of the connected equipment so that it is effective for the signals from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input signals are found. connected to INPUT B (Digital) connector (VPL-EW5 only) Video equipment... the INPUT key to Input-B the INPUT B connector (VPL-EX50 only) Computer/VCR, etc. The ?/1 key lights after flashing in -one LCD type, you press the key, the input signal switches as follows: Input-A t Input-B t Video t S-Video (VPL-EW5/EX50 only) Rear remote control detector APA INPUT KEY STONE...
...to output to the projector. Depending on the type of the connected equipment so that it is effective for the signals from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input signals are found. connected to INPUT B (Digital) connector (VPL-EW5 only) Video equipment... the INPUT key to Input-B the INPUT B connector (VPL-EX50 only) Computer/VCR, etc. The ?/1 key lights after flashing in -one LCD type, you press the key, the input signal switches as follows: Input-A t Input-B t Video t S-Video (VPL-EW5/EX50 only) Rear remote control detector APA INPUT KEY STONE...
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For VPL-EW5/EX50/EX5 • When you set the "V Keystone" to "V Keystone" displays on the screen, and adjust the value with the adjuster out. Use the adjuster to the projector varies depending on .... Projecting 23 Projecting the Picture / , LCD VGA / , etc.), or by changing your fingers. • Do not push hard on the top of the projector or do not want to perform the automatic...the size of the picture. (VPL-ES5 only) Press the KEYSTONE key on your computer's settings. Adjuster adjustment button Notes • Be careful not to let the projector down on the Remote Commander ...
For VPL-EW5/EX50/EX5 • When you set the "V Keystone" to "V Keystone" displays on the screen, and adjust the value with the adjuster out. Use the adjuster to the projector varies depending on .... Projecting 23 Projecting the Picture / , LCD VGA / , etc.), or by changing your fingers. • Do not push hard on the top of the projector or do not want to perform the automatic...the size of the picture. (VPL-ES5 only) Press the KEYSTONE key on your computer's settings. Adjuster adjustment button Notes • Be careful not to let the projector down on the Remote Commander ...
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...• Full 2: The original image is projected fully in black. 34 The INPUT SETTING Menu The memory number and signal type of that if the projector is used for profit or for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to find if the signal is registered in the preset...current input signal. This projector has 45 types of the LCD. The picture will be clear but the picture size will be smaller. • Zoom*1: Select to the wide mode may be displayed for input signals (the preset memory). Set according to the input signal *1: VPL-EW5 only *2: VPL-EX5/EX50/ES5 only Notes • ...
...• Full 2: The original image is projected fully in black. 34 The INPUT SETTING Menu The memory number and signal type of that if the projector is used for profit or for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to find if the signal is registered in the preset...current input signal. This projector has 45 types of the LCD. The picture will be clear but the picture size will be smaller. • Zoom*1: Select to the wide mode may be displayed for input signals (the preset memory). Set according to the input signal *1: VPL-EW5 only *2: VPL-EX5/EX50/ES5 only Notes • ...
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...INPUT A connector. If the picture is distorted or colorless, select the color system according to "On," the projector detects input signals in Off the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EW5/ EX50 only)/Video/S-Video. If you press the APA key on the INPUT SETTING menu for changing the ... of signal input from the equipment connected to "On." • Off: The APA functions when you select "Auto," the projector detects the color system of the projector. Input-A Signal Sel. It indicates the input channel when the power is turned on the Remote Commander even if "Smart APA...
...INPUT A connector. If the picture is distorted or colorless, select the color system according to "On," the projector detects input signals in Off the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EW5/ EX50 only)/Video/S-Video. If you press the APA key on the INPUT SETTING menu for changing the ... of signal input from the equipment connected to "On." • Off: The APA functions when you select "Auto," the projector detects the color system of the projector. Input-A Signal Sel. It indicates the input channel when the power is turned on the Remote Commander even if "Smart APA...
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... Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Direct Power On: Off Input-A Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone (VPL-EX50/ EX5/EW5 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0 angle using the v/V/b/B keys. Select "Auto" for automatic correction, or "Manual...of the screen when no signal Blue is input to "On" when the projector is used at an altitude of the projector. For details, see "Security Lock" on page 26. Auto V Keystone (VPL-ES5 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. When the ...
... Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Direct Power On: Off Input-A Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone (VPL-EX50/ EX5/EW5 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0 angle using the v/V/b/B keys. Select "Auto" for automatic correction, or "Manual...of the screen when no signal Blue is input to "On" when the projector is used at an altitude of the projector. For details, see "Security Lock" on page 26. Auto V Keystone (VPL-ES5 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. When the ...
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... properly. c Display the full image on the MENU SETTING menu has been set to SVGA (VPL-ES5), XGA (VPL-EX50/ EX5) or WXGA (VPL-EW5) (see page 32). 46 Troubleshooting Cause and Remedy • A cable is out of the acceptable range of the projector. key on the Remote Commander or adjust "Volume" on the MENU SETTING menu...
... properly. c Display the full image on the MENU SETTING menu has been set to SVGA (VPL-ES5), XGA (VPL-EX50/ EX5) or WXGA (VPL-EW5) (see page 32). 46 Troubleshooting Cause and Remedy • A cable is out of the acceptable range of the projector. key on the Remote Commander or adjust "Volume" on the MENU SETTING menu...
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...Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel VPL-ES5: 0.63-inch SVGA panel, about 1,440,000 pixels (800 × 600 × 3) VPL-EX50/EX5: 0.63-inch XGA panel, about 2,360,000 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) VPL-EW5: 0.59-inchvWXGA panel, ... of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector. Throwing distance (When placed on the floor./ Adjuster not stretched, and the V Keystone function has been done. ) VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5: 40-inch: 1.1 to 1.4 m (3.6 to 4.6 feet) 80-inch: 2.3 to 2.8...
...Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel VPL-ES5: 0.63-inch SVGA panel, about 1,440,000 pixels (800 × 600 × 3) VPL-EX50/EX5: 0.63-inch XGA panel, about 2,360,000 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) VPL-EW5: 0.59-inchvWXGA panel, ... of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector. Throwing distance (When placed on the floor./ Adjuster not stretched, and the V Keystone function has been done. ) VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5: 40-inch: 1.1 to 1.4 m (3.6 to 4.6 feet) 80-inch: 2.3 to 2.8...
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Note Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-E190(for DDC 2 G/Y 10 GND 3 B/B-Y 11 GND 4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) 1 NC 2 ... HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin, female) (VPL-EW5/EX50/EX5 only) 1 R/R-Y 9 Power supply input for replacement) Some of the items may not be available in some areas. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR...
Note Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-E190(for DDC 2 G/Y 10 GND 3 B/B-Y 11 GND 4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) 1 NC 2 ... HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin, female) (VPL-EW5/EX50/EX5 only) 1 R/R-Y 9 Power supply input for replacement) Some of the items may not be available in some areas. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR...
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... is set to "4:3", the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 97 % of the projector x: free N: minimum M: maximum Others Installation Diagram 55 Unit: mm (inches) 250 300 7970...(a + 31.7) × 0.1405 - 4.5} c = x - {PS × 4.465 + (a + 31.7) × 0.1405 - 4.5 + 90.5} Notes for VPL-EW5 • The projected image size is the one when "Aspect" on the Signal menu is set to "Full 2") PS 40 a N 1250 (49 1/4) M 1410 (55 ...8226; When "Aspect" in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following. VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5 PS aN M b c 40 1180 (46 1/2) 1330 (52 3/8) ...
... is set to "4:3", the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 97 % of the projector x: free N: minimum M: maximum Others Installation Diagram 55 Unit: mm (inches) 250 300 7970...(a + 31.7) × 0.1405 - 4.5} c = x - {PS × 4.465 + (a + 31.7) × 0.1405 - 4.5 + 90.5} Notes for VPL-EW5 • The projected image size is the one when "Aspect" on the Signal menu is set to "Full 2") PS 40 a N 1250 (49 1/4) M 1410 (55 ...8226; When "Aspect" in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following. VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5 PS aN M b c 40 1180 (46 1/2) 1330 (52 3/8) ...
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... 0.97} - 32.0 + 16.4 x = b + {PS × 5.073 + (a'+ 32.0 - 16.4) × 0.07344 - 2.3 + 72.5} VPL-EW5 (When "Aspect" on the Signal menu is set to "Full 2") PS 40 a' N 1270 (50) M 1430 (56 3/8) x b 60 1910 (75...+ (a'+ 32.0 - 16.4) × 0.07344 - 2.3 + 72.5} Notes for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom surface of this projector and the ceiling x: distance between the center of "Full 2" size. When "Aspect" on bottom of this... the screen and the ceiling N: minimum M: maximum Others Installation Diagram 57 VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5 PS 40 a' N 1200 (47 1/4) M 1350 (53 1/4) x ...
... 0.97} - 32.0 + 16.4 x = b + {PS × 5.073 + (a'+ 32.0 - 16.4) × 0.07344 - 2.3 + 72.5} VPL-EW5 (When "Aspect" on the Signal menu is set to "Full 2") PS 40 a' N 1270 (50) M 1430 (56 3/8) x b 60 1910 (75...+ (a'+ 32.0 - 16.4) × 0.07344 - 2.3 + 72.5} Notes for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom surface of this projector and the ceiling x: distance between the center of "Full 2" size. When "Aspect" on bottom of this... the screen and the ceiling N: minimum M: maximum Others Installation Diagram 57 VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5 PS 40 a' N 1200 (47 1/4) M 1350 (53 1/4) x ...