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Question posted by dianacooper on March 20th, 2013

When Projector Switched On Coloured Lines Start Creeping Across The Screen

would this have anything to do with the lamp or is it likely to be something else

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Answer #1: Posted by tintinb on April 10th, 2013 6:04 AM

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The unusual colored lines appearing indicate that there are some problems in the lamp/bulb of your Sony VPL EX5. Unfortunately, the only way you can fix this issue is by replacing the bulb. You can buy a replacement bulb online from the links provided below.

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User Manual - Page 5

..., causing picture degradation or damage to the projector. Cleaning Before cleaning Be sure to the following: • ...consult with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any windows that face the screen with water. • Never use a damp cloth, detergent solution, or...filter • Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. • Refer to the "Cleaning the Air Filter" ...

User Manual - Page 6

When the images are projected onto the screens from multiple LCD data projectors, they may block the ventilation holes. Poorly ventilated locations &#... cloth, the cabinet may cause a malfunction or damage to the unit. Notes on the LCD data projector. LCD data projector • This LCD data projector is these situations or locations may be turned off . You may, however, see tiny black...

User Manual - Page 8

... or anything that may build up. otherwise, internal heat may block the light during projection. Notes on Use Note on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnification settings used. Do not place a blocking object just in front of the lens Do not place any object just in...

User Manual - Page 9

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User Manual - Page 16

... Commander toward the remote control detector. • The operation range is displayed on the screen. Do not use batteries other than CR2025. • Keep the lithium battery out of...of children. • Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Notes on the projector. keys Before using the Remote Commander Pull out the clear film from the Remote Commander. 2 ...

User Manual - Page 17

Use the following table as a guide. Screen Projecting the Picture Distance between the screen and the center of the screen. VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5 Projected image 40 size (diagonal) (inches) Minimum Distance 1.1 (3.6) Maximum 1.4 Distance (4.6) ... above. B Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the lens...

User Manual - Page 18

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User Manual - Page 22

... (e.g., Projecting 1,2 4 Press the INPUT key to the projector. Notes • If "Auto Input Search" is flashing.) 3 Turn on page 35. • The Smart APA feature is projected clearly. Each time you may have to switch the computer to output to Input-B the INPUT B connector (VPL-EX50 only) Computer/VCR, etc. The ?/1 key lights...

User Manual - Page 23

...adjustment menu and adjust the tilt using the Focus ring. For VPL-EW5/EX50/EX5 • When you adjust the tilt of the projector or do not want to perform the automatic keystone adjustment, set... 6 Adjust the upper or lower position of the projector, then release the button to the projector varies depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. It may not be occurred malfunction. 7...

User Manual - Page 25

... wall outlet. 2 Press the ?/1 key to the selected language. The menu changes to turn on -screen displays. Rear remote control detector 5 Press the v or V key to select a language, then press... Language 25 The factory setting is not pressed for displaying the menu and other on the projector. 3 Press the MENU key. The selected menu appears. B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu...

User Manual - Page 26

... plugging the power cord. Use: Cancel: Other key When the following message is displayed, the setting for power-on the next time. The screen used . Security Lock The projector is completed. If you will not be performed without the password. If you do not input the correct password, you fail to use...

User Manual - Page 29

... Color System: Auto Power Saving: Off IR Receiver: Front & Rear Panel Key Lock: Off Lamp Timer Reset Sub menu Menu Setting items PICTURE SETTING Input A ADJUST PICTURE Contrast: Brightness: Gamma Mode... key to restore the previous screen. The projector is input. The setting items are displayed in a popup menu or in the column on the left Start Up Image Bottom Left Center Top...

User Manual - Page 30

...41. 30 Using a MENU appears on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is reset to reset, and then press the RESET key on the "Adjust ...Signal..." appears on the screen and the setting of the item that can be adjusted, depending on the screen. menu of the settings The settings are not displayed on the ...

User Manual - Page 34

...The memory number and signal type of the LCD. Setting items Functions Initial setting Aspect (When...the projector is projected fully in black. 34 The INPUT SETTING Menu Set according to the input signal *1: VPL-EW5 only *2: VPL-EX5/EX50/... to fill the screen without changing the aspect ratio of preset data for public viewing, modifying the original picture by switching to be displayed ...

User Manual - Page 36

... input or any key is on the screen. - To use it is in standby mode, and turns the projector to standby mode when the power is pressed. • Standby: The projector goes into Power Saving mode. When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer. - Off • Lamp off: The lamp goes off if no signal is set...

User Manual - Page 37

... menus, a message when the power is used in the window after turning on -screen displays except for changing the menu displays. Setting items Status (on-screen display) Language Menu Position Start Up Image Functions Initial setting Sets up the on -screen displays. The MENU SETTING Menu The MENU SETTING menu is turned off the...

User Manual - Page 38

..." when the projector is used during the projection. • High: Illuminates the projected image brightly. • Standard: Reduces fan noise and power consumption. When the bottom of the screen when no signal Blue is longer than the bottom : Sets a higher value. When the top of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. Lamp Mode (VPL-EW5...

User Manual - Page 49

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User Manual - Page 56

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User Manual - Page 57

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