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3-198-141-11 (1) Video Projector Operating Instructions VPL-AW15 VPL-AW10 © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-198-141-11 (1) Video Projector Operating Instructions VPL-AW15 VPL-AW10 © 2007 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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...Side 8 Rear/Bottom 9 Remote Control 10 Connections and Preparations Unpacking 11 Step 1: Installing the Projector .........12 Before Setting Up the Projector 12 Positioning the Projector and a screen 14 Step 2: Connecting the Projector .....17 Connecting to a VCR 17 Connecting to a Computer ..........20 Step 3: Adjusting the Picture...Picture Viewing Mode 31 Adjusting the Picture Quality .......... 32 Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing (VPL-AW15 only 33 Using Other Functions 35 Using the Menus Operation through the Menus .......... 36 Picture Menu 40 Advanced Picture ...
...Side 8 Rear/Bottom 9 Remote Control 10 Connections and Preparations Unpacking 11 Step 1: Installing the Projector .........12 Before Setting Up the Projector 12 Positioning the Projector and a screen 14 Step 2: Connecting the Projector .....17 Connecting to a VCR 17 Connecting to a Computer ..........20 Step 3: Adjusting the Picture...Picture Viewing Mode 31 Adjusting the Picture Quality .......... 32 Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing (VPL-AW15 only 33 Using Other Functions 35 Using the Menus Operation through the Menus .......... 36 Picture Menu 40 Advanced Picture ...
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... not disconnected to the AC power source (mains) as long as it was originally packed at the bottom of the projector (Example: VPL-AW15). Checking the model name of the projector Check the model name of the functions or menu options for several days. • To disconnect the cord, pull ...any liquid or solid object fall into the lens while the lamp is located at the factory. You cannot use some of the projector first. Caution The projector is still running. On preventing internal heat buildup After you ever have it checked by the plug. For maximum protection, repack your...
... not disconnected to the AC power source (mains) as long as it was originally packed at the bottom of the projector (Example: VPL-AW15). Checking the model name of the projector Check the model name of the functions or menu options for several days. • To disconnect the cord, pull ...any liquid or solid object fall into the lens while the lamp is located at the factory. You cannot use some of the projector first. Caution The projector is still running. On preventing internal heat buildup After you ever have it checked by the plug. For maximum protection, repack your...
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...)/ (enter) button (1 page 36) Note While the ?/1 (On/ standby) indicator lights in orange, the power saving mode is on the remote control to operate the projector. Location of Controls Front/Side You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on . (1 page 46) Ventilation holes... (intake) (1 page 13) Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 13) Remote control detector (1 page 21) Focus ring (1 page 24) Zoom lever (1 page 24) LENS SHIFT dials (VPL-AW15 only) (1 page 22) 8
...)/ (enter) button (1 page 36) Note While the ?/1 (On/ standby) indicator lights in orange, the power saving mode is on the remote control to operate the projector. Location of Controls Front/Side You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on . (1 page 46) Ventilation holes... (intake) (1 page 13) Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 13) Remote control detector (1 page 21) Focus ring (1 page 24) Zoom lever (1 page 24) LENS SHIFT dials (VPL-AW15 only) (1 page 22) 8
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... the center of the screen and the center of the projector's lens when using the maximum horizontal lens shift feature * The distances c and d indicated in the illustration show those in the illustration (VPL-AW15 only). Screen a: Minimum projection distance between the screen... and the center of the projector's lens b: Maximum projection distance between the screen and the center of the projector's lens (VPL-AW15 only) *c: Vertical distance between the center...
... the center of the screen and the center of the projector's lens when using the maximum horizontal lens shift feature * The distances c and d indicated in the illustration show those in the illustration (VPL-AW15 only). Screen a: Minimum projection distance between the screen... and the center of the projector's lens b: Maximum projection distance between the screen and the center of the projector's lens (VPL-AW15 only) *c: Vertical distance between the center...
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... ?/1 (On/standby) indicator lights in red. 1 After connecting the AC cord to the screen instead of the projector. Lights in red and the projector goes into a wall outlet. Connections and Preparations Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and... then adjust the picture position. 1 ?/1 (On/standby) indicator 5 LENS SHIFT dials (VPL-AW15 only) Remote control detector 6, 7 Zoom lever, Focus ring 2 4 Tip...
... ?/1 (On/standby) indicator lights in red. 1 After connecting the AC cord to the screen instead of the projector. Lights in red and the projector goes into a wall outlet. Connections and Preparations Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and... then adjust the picture position. 1 ?/1 (On/standby) indicator 5 LENS SHIFT dials (VPL-AW15 only) Remote control detector 6, 7 Zoom lever, Focus ring 2 4 Tip...
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...the desired language for a few seconds, and then lights in green. The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. (VPL-AW15 only) 3 Turn on the screen. For details, refer to "Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language". (1 page 25) • When "Auto Input ... effective signals is automatically displayed by pressing INPUT. (1 page 48) 5 Move both LENS SHIFT dials (VPL-AW15 only) to project the picture on the equipment connected to the projector. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment. 4 Press INPUT to adjust the picture position. Flashes...
...the desired language for a few seconds, and then lights in green. The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. (VPL-AW15 only) 3 Turn on the screen. For details, refer to "Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language". (1 page 25) • When "Auto Input ... effective signals is automatically displayed by pressing INPUT. (1 page 48) 5 Move both LENS SHIFT dials (VPL-AW15 only) to project the picture on the equipment connected to the projector. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment. 4 Press INPUT to adjust the picture position. Flashes...
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... the video signal received. Press WIDE MODE. Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 (On/standby) switch. The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator flashes in turn off the projector by holding the ?/1 (On/standby) switch for about 1 second, instead of performing the above steps. You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to reduce..., during which you can turn . Selecting the Wide Screen Mode You can also select it using the menu. (1 page 44) WIDE MODE button * RCP button: VPL-AW15 only 28 A message "POWER OFF?"
... the video signal received. Press WIDE MODE. Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 (On/standby) switch. The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator flashes in turn off the projector by holding the ?/1 (On/standby) switch for about 1 second, instead of performing the above steps. You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to reduce..., during which you can turn . Selecting the Wide Screen Mode You can also select it using the menu. (1 page 44) WIDE MODE button * RCP button: VPL-AW15 only 28 A message "POWER OFF?"
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...stored, and you can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste and store the settings into the selected memory of the projector. CINEMA Recommended when viewing a movie in the dark place. Press one of the picture becomes less rough than the one of program or...viewing mode that best suits the type of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC, STANDARD, CINEMA and USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3). * RCP button: VPL-AW15 only PICTURE MODE buttons DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3 DYNAMIC Enhances picture contrast and sharpness. Press one selected by using the ...
...stored, and you can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste and store the settings into the selected memory of the projector. CINEMA Recommended when viewing a movie in the dark place. Press one of the picture becomes less rough than the one of program or...viewing mode that best suits the type of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC, STANDARD, CINEMA and USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3). * RCP button: VPL-AW15 only PICTURE MODE buttons DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3 DYNAMIC Enhances picture contrast and sharpness. Press one selected by using the ...
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... does not match the screen size, a part of the screen is displayed as 0. Signal type Lamp Timer Displays the model name (VPL-AW15 or VPL-AW10) and the serial number. This projector has 39 types of that have not been preset on (total usage). Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial...
... does not match the screen size, a part of the screen is displayed as 0. Signal type Lamp Timer Displays the model name (VPL-AW15 or VPL-AW10) and the serial number. This projector has 39 types of that have not been preset on (total usage). Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial...
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Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-H160 (for replacement) (1) Lens Cap (1) Operating Instructions (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Supplied accessories Remote control RM-PJAW15 (1) (VPL-AW15 only) RM-PJAW10 (1) (VPL-AW10 only) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) AC power cord (1) Air filter (for replacement) Projector Suspension Support PSS-H10, PSS-610 60
Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-H160 (for replacement) (1) Lens Cap (1) Operating Instructions (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Supplied accessories Remote control RM-PJAW15 (1) (VPL-AW15 only) RM-PJAW10 (1) (VPL-AW10 only) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) AC power cord (1) Air filter (for replacement) Projector Suspension Support PSS-H10, PSS-610 60
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When Using the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support a: Distance between the screen and the installation hole at the ceiling side of the ceiling mount unit (front side) x: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen such that the picture will not be truncated or blocked PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support (not supplied) Ceiling Center of the screen (VPL-AW15 only) Center of the lens 66 The projection distances for ceiling installation are shown below. Ceiling Installation Use the PSS-H10 or PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support when you install the projector on a ceiling.
When Using the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support a: Distance between the screen and the installation hole at the ceiling side of the ceiling mount unit (front side) x: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen such that the picture will not be truncated or blocked PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support (not supplied) Ceiling Center of the screen (VPL-AW15 only) Center of the lens 66 The projection distances for ceiling installation are shown below. Ceiling Installation Use the PSS-H10 or PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support when you install the projector on a ceiling.
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When Using the PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support a: Distance between the screen and the installation hole of the upper ceiling mount bracket (front side) b: Distance from the ceiling to the bottom ... between the ceiling and the center of the screen such that the picture will not be truncated or blocked PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support (not supplied) Ceiling Center of the screen (VPL-AW15 only) Center of the lens When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen Unit: mm (inches) Screen Size 40 60...
When Using the PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support a: Distance between the screen and the installation hole of the upper ceiling mount bracket (front side) b: Distance from the ceiling to the bottom ... between the ceiling and the center of the screen such that the picture will not be truncated or blocked PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support (not supplied) Ceiling Center of the screen (VPL-AW15 only) Center of the lens When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen Unit: mm (inches) Screen Size 40 60...