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3-211-166-14 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-CX100 VPL-CX120/CX125 VPL-CX150/CX155 VPL-CW125 © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-211-166-14 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-CX100 VPL-CX120/CX125 VPL-CX150/CX155 VPL-CW125 © 2007 Sony Corporation
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.../ Declaration of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155, VPL-CW125 Responsible party: Sony Electronics Inc. Disposal of the FCC Rules. Operation is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Disposal of this product is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device...
.../ Declaration of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155, VPL-CW125 Responsible party: Sony Electronics Inc. Disposal of the FCC Rules. Operation is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Disposal of this product is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device...
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... (Main Unit 13 Top/Front/Side 13 Rear/Side/Bottom 13 Control Panel 15 Connector Panel 16 Remote Commander 17 VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 ..... 17 VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 ...... 19 Effective Tools for Your Presentation 32 Controlling the Computer Using a Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1 ...CW125 only 33 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 34 The Picture Menu 36 The Signal Menu 37 About the Preset Memory No. ....38 The Function Menu 39 The Installation Menu 41 The Setup Menu 43 The Information Menu 44 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 21 Connecting the Projector...
... (Main Unit 13 Top/Front/Side 13 Rear/Side/Bottom 13 Control Panel 15 Connector Panel 16 Remote Commander 17 VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 ..... 17 VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 ...... 19 Effective Tools for Your Presentation 32 Controlling the Computer Using a Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1 ...CW125 only 33 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 34 The Picture Menu 36 The Signal Menu 37 About the Preset Memory No. ....38 The Function Menu 39 The Installation Menu 41 The Setup Menu 43 The Information Menu 44 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 21 Connecting the Projector...
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"Side Shot" (VPL-CX125/CX155/ CW125 only) and "V Keystone" Adjustments 63 Dimensions 65 Index 68 Table of Contents 5
"Side Shot" (VPL-CX125/CX155/ CW125 only) and "V Keystone" Adjustments 63 Dimensions 65 Index 68 Table of Contents 5
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... and English only) This is mainly used for explanation of this projector. Software (on the CDROM) (this manual) This Operating Instructions describes the setup and operations of the display, and there may be an item that the VPL-CX155 is an application software for projecting pictures after you have Adobe...This manual describes basic operations for transmitting data from a computer to read only the Operating Instructions. Be aware that is installed to the projector. Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPLCW125 all together.
... and English only) This is mainly used for explanation of this projector. Software (on the CDROM) (this manual) This Operating Instructions describes the setup and operations of the display, and there may be an item that the VPL-CX155 is an application software for projecting pictures after you have Adobe...This manual describes basic operations for transmitting data from a computer to read only the Operating Instructions. Be aware that is installed to the projector. Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPLCW125 all together.
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... is entered when the projector is mounted on the Remote Commander. It allows light output of 1366 × 800 dots (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input, and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input. VPL-CW125 Three super-high-aperture 0.74-inch WXGA panels with one Remote... 790,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. Clean the air filter whenever you can be directly turned on the projector. Installation becomes possible in front. Network Presentation (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Any image of a computer, if it...
... is entered when the projector is mounted on the Remote Commander. It allows light output of 1366 × 800 dots (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input, and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input. VPL-CW125 Three super-high-aperture 0.74-inch WXGA panels with one Remote... 790,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. Clean the air filter whenever you can be directly turned on the projector. Installation becomes possible in front. Network Presentation (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Any image of a computer, if it...
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... indicator Lights up or flashes under the following conditions: - The fan runs for about one second. c ?/1 (On/Standby) key Turns on the projector when it is in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is displayed. To turn it on , and when it by pressing... cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly. • A reception rate of 3 flashes when the lamp has reached the end of models VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125, Side Shot (Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction) can turn off . - Control Panel 123456 7 8 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ...
... indicator Lights up or flashes under the following conditions: - The fan runs for about one second. c ?/1 (On/Standby) key Turns on the projector when it is in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is displayed. To turn it on , and when it by pressing... cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly. • A reception rate of 3 flashes when the lamp has reached the end of models VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125, Side Shot (Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction) can turn off . - Control Panel 123456 7 8 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ...
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.... Connector Panel Side 1 2 3 NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE 4 5 67 a INPUT C (VPL-CX125/CX155/ CW125 only) NETWORK connector (RJ-45) Connects to the monitor output of Controls (Main Unit) b INPUT A Analog RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) Inputs...
.... Connector Panel Side 1 2 3 NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE 4 5 67 a INPUT C (VPL-CX125/CX155/ CW125 only) NETWORK connector (RJ-45) Connects to the monitor output of Controls (Main Unit) b INPUT A Analog RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) Inputs...
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... or S VIDEO is output. g REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin, female) Connects to a computer to the AUDIO input connector of the monitor. VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125: Page 17. INPUT D key and INPUT E key are not used in this jack to the video input connector of VIDEO IN is selected, the... sound input to operate the projector from the computer. VIDEO jack (phono type) Connects to the audio output of video equipment. AUDIO jack Connect to the composite video output of video equipment. VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 The keys that have the same names as those on...
... or S VIDEO is output. g REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin, female) Connects to a computer to the AUDIO input connector of the monitor. VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125: Page 17. INPUT D key and INPUT E key are not used in this jack to the video input connector of VIDEO IN is selected, the... sound input to operate the projector from the computer. VIDEO jack (phono type) Connects to the audio output of video equipment. AUDIO jack Connect to the composite video output of video equipment. VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 The keys that have the same names as those on...
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VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 The keys that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is displayed on the control panel function identically. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 APA INPUT KEY STONE /TILT LENS ENTER AUTO FOCUS RESET MENU FREEZE ..., then install the two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) with D ZOOM key to its clearest while a signal is not provided in this projector. Remote Commander 19 The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on page 39. c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction) key...
VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 The keys that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is displayed on the control panel function identically. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 APA INPUT KEY STONE /TILT LENS ENTER AUTO FOCUS RESET MENU FREEZE ..., then install the two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) with D ZOOM key to its clearest while a signal is not provided in this projector. Remote Commander 19 The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on page 39. c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction) key...
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...(34.1) There may be a slight difference between the screen and the center of the projected image. VPL-CW125 (When "Aspect" on the size of the lens VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155 (When an XGA signal is set to "Full 2") Unit: m (...10.5) (12.8) (16.1) (19.4) (21.3) (26.6) (32.2) Maximum Distance 1.5 2.2 3.0 3.7 4.5 5.6 6.7 7.5 9.4 11.3 (4.9) (7.2) (9.8) (12.1) (14.8) (18.4) (22.0) (24.6) (30.8) (37.1) Installing the Projector 21 Screen Projecting the Picture Distance between the actual value and the design value shown in the table above. Use the following table as a guide.
...(34.1) There may be a slight difference between the screen and the center of the projected image. VPL-CW125 (When "Aspect" on the size of the lens VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155 (When an XGA signal is set to "Full 2") Unit: m (...10.5) (12.8) (16.1) (19.4) (21.3) (26.6) (32.2) Maximum Distance 1.5 2.2 3.0 3.7 4.5 5.6 6.7 7.5 9.4 11.3 (4.9) (7.2) (9.8) (12.1) (14.8) (18.4) (22.0) (24.6) (30.8) (37.1) Installing the Projector 21 Screen Projecting the Picture Distance between the actual value and the design value shown in the table above. Use the following table as a guide.
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... design value shown in the Signal menu is set to "16:9", the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 99 % of "Full 2" size. Notes for VPL-CW125 only • When "Aspect" on page 59. 22 Installing the Projector
... design value shown in the Signal menu is set to "16:9", the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 99 % of "Full 2" size. Notes for VPL-CW125 only • When "Aspect" on page 59. 22 Installing the Projector
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.../CX155/CW125, when connecting to a LAN using a LAN cable, see "Operating Instructions for each connection. • Insert the cable plugs firmly; However, we recommend that you connect the projector, make sure to XGA (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ Connecting the Projector 23 Connecting the Projector When you set... Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B HD D-sub 15-pin cable Notes • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA and SXGA+ signals. For more information, refer to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself. loose connections...
.../CX155/CW125, when connecting to a LAN using a LAN cable, see "Operating Instructions for each connection. • Insert the cable plugs firmly; However, we recommend that you connect the projector, make sure to XGA (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ Connecting the Projector 23 Connecting the Projector When you set... Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B HD D-sub 15-pin cable Notes • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA and SXGA+ signals. For more information, refer to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself. loose connections...
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...to video output to a VCR. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with your computer. Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to audio output (R) VCR A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B Video cable (not supplied) or S-...Video cable (not supplied) 24 Connecting the Projector For more information, refer to the instruction manuals of the external monitor may not appear properly. For details, refer to only the external monitor. CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the external monitor. • If you are ...
...to video output to a VCR. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with your computer. Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to audio output (R) VCR A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B Video cable (not supplied) or S-...Video cable (not supplied) 24 Connecting the Projector For more information, refer to the instruction manuals of the external monitor may not appear properly. For details, refer to only the external monitor. CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the external monitor. • If you are ...
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... into a wall outlet, then connect all equipment. To operate with the Remote Commander of VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 You can select directly the input signal you want to the projector. 4 Select the input source. Projecting 24 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ENTER PIC MUTING ON/STANDBY...COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A INPUT D INPUT B INPUT E INPUT C AIR SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO 2 4 MENU APA ENTER RESET FOCUS ZOOM SHIFT ASPECT KEY STONE VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 APA INPUT KEY STONE /TILT LENS ENTER AUTO FOCUS RESET MENU FREEZE PIC MUTING D ZOOM AUDIO MUTING VOLUME...
... into a wall outlet, then connect all equipment. To operate with the Remote Commander of VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 You can select directly the input signal you want to the projector. 4 Select the input source. Projecting 24 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ENTER PIC MUTING ON/STANDBY...COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A INPUT D INPUT B INPUT E INPUT C AIR SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO 2 4 MENU APA ENTER RESET FOCUS ZOOM SHIFT ASPECT KEY STONE VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 APA INPUT KEY STONE /TILT LENS ENTER AUTO FOCUS RESET MENU FREEZE PIC MUTING D ZOOM AUDIO MUTING VOLUME...
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... the tilt of VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 Each time you press the INPUT key, the input signal switches as follows: all-in the Function Menu on the type of the picture. For details, see "Auto Input Search" in -one LCD type, you adjust the tilt of the projector with the Control ... Video GBR etc. connected to adjust the picture position. Use the adjuster to the INPUT A connector Input-A Computer, etc. Projecting the Picture * VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only or and To input from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input signals are found. • When the no...
... the tilt of VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 Each time you press the INPUT key, the input signal switches as follows: all-in the Function Menu on the type of the picture. For details, see "Auto Input Search" in -one LCD type, you adjust the tilt of the projector with the Control ... Video GBR etc. connected to adjust the picture position. Use the adjuster to the INPUT A connector Input-A Computer, etc. Projecting the Picture * VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only or and To input from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input signals are found. • When the no...
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...INPUT B INPUT E INPUT C AIR SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO MENU APA ENTER 2 3 4,5,6 RESET FOCUS ZOOM SHIFT ASPECT KEY STONE VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 MPUITICNG PEUNSTHER MENU KEYSTONE INPUT SOTNA/NDBY LACMOPV/ER NEINTPWUOTRCK RGB MONITOR INPUT A AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO S VIDEO RGB VVIIDDEEOOIN INPUT B ...VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. 2 Press the ?/1 key to select the Setup menu, then press the B or ENTER key. B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector...
...INPUT B INPUT E INPUT C AIR SHOT VIDEO S VIDEO MENU APA ENTER 2 3 4,5,6 RESET FOCUS ZOOM SHIFT ASPECT KEY STONE VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 MPUITICNG PEUNSTHER MENU KEYSTONE INPUT SOTNA/NDBY LACMOPV/ER NEINTPWUOTRCK RGB MONITOR INPUT A AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO S VIDEO RGB VVIIDDEEOOIN INPUT B ...VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. 2 Press the ?/1 key to select the Setup menu, then press the B or ENTER key. B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector...
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B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is equipped with an on page 29. Setting menu Display items There are explanations for making various adjustments and settings. Use the v or V key to ... NTSC4.43 PAL-M PAL-N Back: Exit: To change the on-screen menu language, see "Selecting the Menu Language" on -screen menu for VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPL-CW125 all together in a pop-up menu Items that can be set Picture Signal Function Installation Adjust Picture Contrast: Brightness: Sharpness: Gamma Mode...
B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is equipped with an on page 29. Setting menu Display items There are explanations for making various adjustments and settings. Use the v or V key to ... NTSC4.43 PAL-M PAL-N Back: Exit: To change the on-screen menu language, see "Selecting the Menu Language" on -screen menu for VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPL-CW125 all together in a pop-up menu Items that can be set Picture Signal Function Installation Adjust Picture Contrast: Brightness: Sharpness: Gamma Mode...
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...minute. "Complete!" appears on the "Adjust Signal..." Unadjustable items Items that can be adjusted, depending on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is pressed. For details, see page 45. Items that cannot be reset are: • "Contrast," "Brightness," "..." on the menu. appears on the screen and the setting of the settings The settings are not displayed on the Installation menu (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) Storage of the item that you have selected is not memorized. Note The resetting item of the Picture menu • "...
...minute. "Complete!" appears on the "Adjust Signal..." Unadjustable items Items that can be adjusted, depending on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is pressed. For details, see page 45. Items that cannot be reset are: • "Contrast," "Brightness," "..." on the menu. appears on the screen and the setting of the settings The settings are not displayed on the Installation menu (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) Storage of the item that you have selected is not memorized. Note The resetting item of the Picture menu • "...
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.../ CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155) or 44 types (VPL-CW125) of preset data for the current input signal. This projector has 20 types of user memories for each of Input A and Input B into which are legally protected. Signal Super Mac-2 SGI-1 Macintosh 19" Macintosh 21" Sony News PC-9821 1280 × 1024 WS Sunmicro...for an unpreset input signal. use these preset data items by adjusting "Shift." Size." The memory number and signal type of that of the LCD. Set according to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers, which you adjust the data of the signal...
.../ CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155) or 44 types (VPL-CW125) of preset data for the current input signal. This projector has 20 types of user memories for each of Input A and Input B into which are legally protected. Signal Super Mac-2 SGI-1 Macintosh 19" Macintosh 21" Sony News PC-9821 1280 × 1024 WS Sunmicro...for an unpreset input signal. use these preset data items by adjusting "Shift." Size." The memory number and signal type of that of the LCD. Set according to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers, which you adjust the data of the signal...