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... 32 Overview Features 8 Location and Function of Controls .... 9 Top/Right Side/Front 9 Rear/Bottom 9 Control Panel 10 Connector Panel 11 Remote Commander 11 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 13 Connecting the Projector 14 Connecting a Computer 14 Connecting a VCR 15 Projecting 16 Turning Off the Power 18 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 34 Cleaning...
... 32 Overview Features 8 Location and Function of Controls .... 9 Top/Right Side/Front 9 Rear/Bottom 9 Control Panel 10 Connector Panel 11 Remote Commander 11 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 13 Connecting the Projector 14 Connecting a Computer 14 Connecting a VCR 15 Projecting 16 Turning Off the Power 18 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 34 Cleaning...
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.... Dust preventing the air passing through the filter may build up. It may rarely appear on the screen depending on the Remote Commander to set this may block the light during projection. Very dusty, extremely smoky locations Blocking the ventilation holes Avoid installing ...the unit in a pocket of the projector. Otherwise, the air filter will become obstructed, and this mode when using a thick-piled carpet or anything that may cause a malfunction...
.... Dust preventing the air passing through the filter may build up. It may rarely appear on the screen depending on the Remote Commander to set this may block the light during projection. Very dusty, extremely smoky locations Blocking the ventilation holes Avoid installing ...the unit in a pocket of the projector. Otherwise, the air filter will become obstructed, and this mode when using a thick-piled carpet or anything that may cause a malfunction...
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VPL-EX3: Three super-high-aperture 0.63inch XGA panels with approximately 480,000 effective pixels, produce a resolution of 2000 ANSI lumen. Short focal lens The projection distance is very short, approximately 2.3 m (7.5 feet), when projecting an 80-inch image, which allows projection on the Remote...RGB input, and 500 horizontal TV lines for video input. This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly. B Overview Features High brightness, high picture quality High brightness Adopting Sony's unique optical system that provides a high-efficiency optical system. Quiet presentation ...
VPL-EX3: Three super-high-aperture 0.63inch XGA panels with approximately 480,000 effective pixels, produce a resolution of 2000 ANSI lumen. Short focal lens The projection distance is very short, approximately 2.3 m (7.5 feet), when projecting an 80-inch image, which allows projection on the Remote...RGB input, and 500 horizontal TV lines for video input. This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly. B Overview Features High brightness, high picture quality High brightness Adopting Sony's unique optical system that provides a high-efficiency optical system. Quiet presentation ...
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l Speaker m Adjusters (hind pad) n Lamp cover o Rear remote control detector p AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. For details, see "Cleaning the Air Filter" on page 10. Location and Function of ... performance, clean the air filter every 500 hours. c Ventilation holes (intake) d Focus ring Adjusts the picture focus. Web page address: http://www.kensington.com/ f Front remote control detector g Lens Remove the lens cover before projection. Location and Function of Controls Top/Right Side/Front 1 2 3 8 4 9 5 6 0 7 Rear/Bottom qa qg qh qs qd...
l Speaker m Adjusters (hind pad) n Lamp cover o Rear remote control detector p AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. For details, see "Cleaning the Air Filter" on page 10. Location and Function of ... performance, clean the air filter every 500 hours. c Ventilation holes (intake) d Focus ring Adjusts the picture focus. Web page address: http://www.kensington.com/ f Front remote control detector g Lens Remove the lens cover before projection. Location and Function of Controls Top/Right Side/Front 1 2 3 8 4 9 5 6 0 7 Rear/Bottom qa qg qh qs qd...
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...input to the AUDIO input connector of the monitor. d RS-232C connector (D-sub 9pin, female) Connects to a computer to operate the projector from a computer. Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as a computer.Connect to the audio output of the video equipment. Connector Panel 1 2 ... video equipment, connect via this jack to the audio output of the computer. To listen to sound output from the INPUT A or INPUT B (VPL-EX3 only). • AUDIO (stereo minijack): Connects to external active speakers. For details, see "Connecting a Computer" on page 14 and "Connecting a...
...input to the AUDIO input connector of the monitor. d RS-232C connector (D-sub 9pin, female) Connects to a computer to operate the projector from a computer. Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as a computer.Connect to the audio output of the video equipment. Connector Panel 1 2 ... video equipment, connect via this jack to the audio output of the computer. To listen to sound output from the INPUT A or INPUT B (VPL-EX3 only). • AUDIO (stereo minijack): Connects to external active speakers. For details, see "Connecting a Computer" on page 14 and "Connecting a...
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.... Notes on the lithium battery • A button type lithium battery (CR2025) is displayed on the projector. The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the screen. d RESET key Resets the value of children. • Should the battery... key m VOLUME +/- This key functions when the menu or a setting item is used in the Remote Commander. Direct the Remote Commander toward the remote control detector. • The operation range is , the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes. Notes on the screen.
.... Notes on the lithium battery • A button type lithium battery (CR2025) is displayed on the projector. The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the screen. d RESET key Resets the value of children. • Should the battery... key m VOLUME +/- This key functions when the menu or a setting item is used in the Remote Commander. Direct the Remote Commander toward the remote control detector. • The operation range is , the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes. Notes on the screen.
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... audio connecting cable to the AUDIO connector for VPL-ES3, or to the AUDIO INPUT A/B connector for VPL-EX3. • Set the aspect ratio using "Wide Mode" on the SET SETTING menu. • Use the composite sync signal when you connect the projector to a component output connector, select "Component... equipment. 16 Projecting Rear remote control detector APA INPUT KEY STONE ENTER RESET PIC MUTING D ZOOM FREEZE MENU VOLUME 1 Plug the AC power cord into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 key. The ON/STANDBY indicator lights after flashing in red and the projector goes into a wall outlet...
... audio connecting cable to the AUDIO connector for VPL-ES3, or to the AUDIO INPUT A/B connector for VPL-EX3. • Set the aspect ratio using "Wide Mode" on the SET SETTING menu. • Use the composite sync signal when you connect the projector to a component output connector, select "Component... equipment. 16 Projecting Rear remote control detector APA INPUT KEY STONE ENTER RESET PIC MUTING D ZOOM FREEZE MENU VOLUME 1 Plug the AC power cord into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 key. The ON/STANDBY indicator lights after flashing in red and the projector goes into a wall outlet...
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...the picture of the picture. Note The key used for example a notebook, or an all-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-EX3 only) F7 or Fx and Fn To input from a computer only. 5 Switch the equipment connected to ... A connector Computer connected to Input-B the INPUT B connector Video equipment Video connected to the VIDEO input connector Video equipment connected to the projector varies depending on the Remote Commander to the projector. Notes • If "Auto Input Search" is projected clearly.
...the picture of the picture. Note The key used for example a notebook, or an all-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-EX3 only) F7 or Fx and Fn To input from a computer only. 5 Switch the equipment connected to ... A connector Computer connected to Input-B the INPUT B connector Video equipment Video connected to the VIDEO input connector Video equipment connected to the projector varies depending on the Remote Commander to the projector. Notes • If "Auto Input Search" is projected clearly.
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... disappears automatically if a key is English. The factory setting is not pressed for one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector. 3 Press the MENU key. Front remote control detector 5 Press the v or V key to select "Language," then press the B or ENTER key.
... disappears automatically if a key is English. The factory setting is not pressed for one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector. 3 Press the MENU key. Front remote control detector 5 Press the v or V key to select "Language," then press the B or ENTER key.
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... located is input. 1 Project a normal image, and press the D ZOOM + key on the Remote Commander. Note If you call the customer service center because you have forgotten the password, you will provide you want to verify the projector's serial number and your identity has been confirmed, we will need to be able...
... located is input. 1 Project a normal image, and press the D ZOOM + key on the Remote Commander. Note If you call the customer service center because you have forgotten the password, you will provide you want to verify the projector's serial number and your identity has been confirmed, we will need to be able...
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... item that you want to reset, and then press the RESET key on the menu. appears on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory except the settings for one minute. and the "Color System" when the ENTER key is not pressed for items ("Dot Phase," "H Size" and "... For details, see page 33. 24 Using a MENU appears on the screen and the setting of the settings The settings are not displayed on the Remote Commander. "Complete!" Unadjustable items Items that you have selected is no signal is input If there is factory preset values. To reset items that have...
... item that you want to reset, and then press the RESET key on the menu. appears on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory except the settings for one minute. and the "Color System" when the ENTER key is not pressed for items ("Dot Phase," "H Size" and "... For details, see page 33. 24 Using a MENU appears on the screen and the setting of the settings The settings are not displayed on the Remote Commander. "Complete!" Unadjustable items Items that you have selected is no signal is input If there is factory preset values. To reset items that have...
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... A channel. Component Color System Selects the color system of the input signal automatically. If you press the APA key on the Remote Commander even if "Smart APA" set to "On," the projector goes into power saving Off mode if no keys function for changing the settings of the... On adjusts "Dot Phase," "H Size" and "Shift" on or the INPUT key is set to "On," the projector detects input signals in Off the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EX3 only)/ Video/S-Video. Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. Auto Power Saving When set to "On...
... A channel. Component Color System Selects the color system of the input signal automatically. If you press the APA key on the Remote Commander even if "Smart APA" set to "On," the projector goes into power saving Off mode if no keys function for changing the settings of the... On adjusts "Dot Phase," "H Size" and "Shift" on or the INPUT key is set to "On," the projector detects input signals in Off the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EX3 only)/ Video/S-Video. Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. Auto Power Saving When set to "On...
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...is displayed on the screen. Setting items IR Receiver Panel Key Lock Functions Initial setting Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the front and rear of the Off projector so that the projector can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while "Adjusting" appears on the screen.... • The picture may not be displayed on the screen. • You can be operated only with the Remote Commander. To lock the ...
...is displayed on the screen. Setting items IR Receiver Panel Key Lock Functions Initial setting Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the front and rear of the Off projector so that the projector can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while "Adjusting" appears on the screen.... • The picture may not be displayed on the screen. • You can be operated only with the Remote Commander. To lock the ...
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... The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom : Sets a higher value. Normally, set to the projector. INSTALL SETTING V Keystone: 0 Image Flip: Off Background: Blue Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Input-A Setting items V Keystone...the top of the screen when no signal Blue is longer than the top : Sets a lower value. Flips the image on the Remote Commander. Selects the background color of the trapezoid is input to "On," turns on page 20. Sets the lamp brightness used at ...
... The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom : Sets a higher value. Normally, set to the projector. INSTALL SETTING V Keystone: 0 Image Flip: Off Background: Blue Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Input-A Setting items V Keystone...the top of the screen when no signal Blue is longer than the top : Sets a lower value. Flips the image on the Remote Commander. Selects the background color of the trapezoid is input to "On," turns on page 20. Sets the lamp brightness used at ...
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...Do not put your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance (http://www.eiae.org). If not, the projector cannot be regulated if sold in the following keys on the Remote Commander in the United States. Disposal of this product may be turned on if the lamp is securely in... following order for less than five seconds each: RESET, b, B, ENTER. Disposal of the lamp. • The power will not turn on . 7 Turn the projector back over. 8 Connect the power cord. Note Be sure to touch the glass surface of the used lamp For the customers in place (a). For disposal...
...Do not put your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance (http://www.eiae.org). If not, the projector cannot be regulated if sold in the following keys on the Remote Commander in the United States. Disposal of this product may be turned on if the lamp is securely in... following order for less than five seconds each: RESET, b, B, ENTER. Disposal of the lamp. • The power will not turn on . 7 Turn the projector back over. 8 Connect the power cord. Note Be sure to touch the glass surface of the used lamp For the customers in place (a). For disposal...
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... cover. • To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander. the power can not be cleaned every 500 hours. Note Be sure that the projector is stable after turning it over . As a result, the temperature may rise inside the unit... the air filter so that it . 1 Turn the power off and unplug the power cord. 2 Place a protective sheet (cloth) beneath the projector and turn the projector over . 36 Cleaning the Air Filter 5 Wash the air filter with a vacuum cleaner. 500 hours are approximate. This value varies depending on the...
... cover. • To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander. the power can not be cleaned every 500 hours. Note Be sure that the projector is stable after turning it over . As a result, the temperature may rise inside the unit... the air filter so that it . 1 Turn the power off and unplug the power cord. 2 Place a protective sheet (cloth) beneath the projector and turn the projector over . 36 Cleaning the Air Filter 5 Wash the air filter with a vacuum cleaner. 500 hours are approximate. This value varies depending on the...
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...are wrong. c Leave the projector for about two hours with new battery (see page 14). • The sound is dim. c Display the full image on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted properly. c Set the output setting to SVGA (VPL-ES3) or XGA (VPL-EX3) (see page 18). ...extends beyond the screen. • The APA key has been pressed even though there are dead. The picture flickers. Remote Commander Symptom Cause and Remedy The Remote Commander The Remote Commander battery are black edges around the image. c Replace the lamp with the VOLUME +/- menu properly (see page 27...
...are wrong. c Leave the projector for about two hours with new battery (see page 14). • The sound is dim. c Display the full image on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted properly. c Set the output setting to SVGA (VPL-ES3) or XGA (VPL-EX3) (see page 18). ...extends beyond the screen. • The APA key has been pressed even though there are dead. The picture flickers. Remote Commander Symptom Cause and Remedy The Remote Commander The Remote Commander battery are black edges around the image. c Replace the lamp with the VOLUME +/- menu properly (see page 27...
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... of its life. c To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander. c Clean the filter (see page 34). • The lamp has reached a high temperature. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Others Messages List Warning Messages Use the list below to clean the filter. c Perform...
... of its life. c To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander. c Clean the filter (see page 34). • The lamp has reached a high temperature. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Others Messages List Warning Messages Use the list below to clean the filter. c Perform...
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Caution Messages Use the list below to "On." "Panel Key Lock" on the SET SETTING menu is set to check the meaning of the projector are locked! c Press the appropriate key. You have pressed the wrong key. Operate the projector with the keys on the screen. c All the keys on the control panel of the messages displayed on the Remote Commander (see page 29). 40 Troubleshooting The panel keys are locked. Message Meaning and Remedy Not applicable!
Caution Messages Use the list below to "On." "Panel Key Lock" on the SET SETTING menu is set to check the meaning of the projector are locked! c Press the appropriate key. You have pressed the wrong key. Operate the projector with the keys on the screen. c All the keys on the control panel of the messages displayed on the Remote Commander (see page 29). 40 Troubleshooting The panel keys are locked. Message Meaning and Remedy Not applicable!
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Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-C162(for replacement) Some of the items may not be available in standby: 10 W Heat dissipation 750.7 BTU Operating temperature 0°C to 35...% to 90% 42 Specifications Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) Lithium battery CR2025 (1) HD D-sub 15 pin cable (1.8 m) (1) (1-832-428-11, SONY) 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 notice. INPUT B (VPL-EX3 only) HD D-sub15-pin (female) Analog...
Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-C162(for replacement) Some of the items may not be available in standby: 10 W Heat dissipation 750.7 BTU Operating temperature 0°C to 35...% to 90% 42 Specifications Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) Lithium battery CR2025 (1) HD D-sub 15 pin cable (1.8 m) (1) (1-832-428-11, SONY) 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 notice. INPUT B (VPL-EX3 only) HD D-sub15-pin (female) Analog...