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3-211-166-13 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-CX100 VPL-CX120/CX125 VPL-CX150/CX155 VPL-CW125 © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-211-166-13 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL-CX100 VPL-CX120/CX125 VPL-CX150/CX155 VPL-CW125 © 2007 Sony Corporation
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...Controls (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 (not ...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 23 Connecting a Computer 23 Connecting a VCR 24 Projecting 26 Turning Off the Power 28 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu ...
...Controls (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 (not ...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 23 Connecting a Computer 23 Connecting a VCR 24 Projecting 26 Turning Off the Power 28 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu ...
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...or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with water. • Never use these holes, or internal heat build-up may impair the performance of the projector, take care with respect to reduce reflection of light. If the floor and walls are not of lightreflecting material. On cleaning Before cleaning Be .... • To disconnect the cord, pull it is on page 48 for the air filter cleaning. If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any windows that face the screen with a soft dry cloth. Do not block or place anything near the unit and easily...
...or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with water. • Never use these holes, or internal heat build-up may impair the performance of the projector, take care with respect to reduce reflection of light. If the floor and walls are not of lightreflecting material. On cleaning Before cleaning Be .... • To disconnect the cord, pull it is on page 48 for the air filter cleaning. If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any windows that face the screen with a soft dry cloth. Do not block or place anything near the unit and easily...
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... automatically after one minute. • Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) around the unit. • Be careful that continuously appear on the LCD projector. The power will function with a rubber or vinyl resin product for a long period of time, the finish of the cabinet may deteriorate or the coating... and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that the ventilation holes may come off. Do not place the unit on Installation and Usage 7 On LCD projector • The LCD projector is in a location where the temperature may cause malfunction or damage to the unit.
... automatically after one minute. • Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) around the unit. • Be careful that continuously appear on the LCD projector. The power will function with a rubber or vinyl resin product for a long period of time, the finish of the cabinet may deteriorate or the coating... and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that the ventilation holes may come off. Do not place the unit on Installation and Usage 7 On LCD projector • The LCD projector is in a location where the temperature may cause malfunction or damage to the unit.
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...using as the unit topples over the ventilation holes (exhaust/intake); Do not tilt right/left Use the Security bar at the side of the projector for a purpose of the lens that may cause malfunction. Do not block the ventilation holes Avoid using as the unit tilts more than on ... may cause malfunction. Do not topple the unit Do not use the unit under the following conditions. otherwise, the internal heat may cause the projector to fall or be damaged. Unsuitable Conditions Do not use the Security bar for example. Do not install the unit other than 20 degrees.
...using as the unit topples over the ventilation holes (exhaust/intake); Do not tilt right/left Use the Security bar at the side of the projector for a purpose of the lens that may cause malfunction. Do not block the ventilation holes Avoid using as the unit tilts more than on ... may cause malfunction. Do not topple the unit Do not use the unit under the following conditions. otherwise, the internal heat may cause the projector to fall or be damaged. Unsuitable Conditions Do not use the Security bar for example. Do not install the unit other than 20 degrees.
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... set up and operate the network presentation. Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPLCW125 all together. Manuals Safety Regulations (separately printed manual) This manual describes important notes and cautions to pay attention when handling and using this projector. Note You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or higher is...
... set up and operate the network presentation. Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPLCW125 all together. Manuals Safety Regulations (separately printed manual) This manual describes important notes and cautions to pay attention when handling and using this projector. Note You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or higher is...
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...the Remote Commander. High picture quality VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ CX155 Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA panels with approximately 1,090,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of locations. Simple maintenance Even when the projector is located at the rear or ...VPL-CX100. It allows light output of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. Features 11 Overview ID function (VPL-CX125/CX155/ CW125 only) The function allows you to the NETWORK connector (RJ-45) of the projector, allowing use two or more projectors in one room. Side Shot (VPL...
...the Remote Commander. High picture quality VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ CX155 Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA panels with approximately 1,090,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of locations. Simple maintenance Even when the projector is located at the rear or ...VPL-CX100. It allows light output of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. Features 11 Overview ID function (VPL-CX125/CX155/ CW125 only) The function allows you to the NETWORK connector (RJ-45) of the projector, allowing use two or more projectors in one room. Side Shot (VPL...
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... When you push this key, the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and then lights in green when the projector is ready to operate. In the case of models VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125, Side Shot (Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction) can turn off . - Location and Function of ... temperature. Use the arrow keys (v/V/b/ B) for about one second. d INPUT key Select the input signal. Lights in green when the projector is turned on the projector when it on . Pressing this button again. Adjust it is displayed. Control Panel 123456 7 8 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE...
... When you push this key, the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and then lights in green when the projector is ready to operate. In the case of models VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125, Side Shot (Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction) can turn off . - Location and Function of ... temperature. Use the arrow keys (v/V/b/ B) for about one second. d INPUT key Select the input signal. Lights in green when the projector is turned on the projector when it on . Pressing this button again. Adjust it is displayed. Control Panel 123456 7 8 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE...
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...REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin, female) Connects to a computer to external active speakers. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150: Page 19. AUDIO - AUDIO jack (stereo minijack) Connects to operate the projector from the computer. When INPUT A or B is selected, the sound input to the AUDIO ...connector of the Remote Commander. VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125: Page 17. w; FREEZE ID MODE 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs a ?/1 (On...
...REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin, female) Connects to a computer to external active speakers. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150: Page 19. AUDIO - AUDIO jack (stereo minijack) Connects to operate the projector from the computer. When INPUT A or B is selected, the sound input to the AUDIO ...connector of the Remote Commander. VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125: Page 17. w; FREEZE ID MODE 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs a ?/1 (On...
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...Digital Zoom) +/- keys This function is not provided in "The Function Menu" on the CD-ROM). For details, see "ID Mode" in this projector. For details, see Operating Instructions for Network (stored on page 39. c AIR SHOT key Displays the Network Presentation Home. Each time you can easily... adjust or control each projector with D ZOOM key to temporarily cut off the picture. This function is available when the PC signal is input. p FOCUS +/- This...
...Digital Zoom) +/- keys This function is not provided in "The Function Menu" on the CD-ROM). For details, see "ID Mode" in this projector. For details, see Operating Instructions for Network (stored on page 39. c AIR SHOT key Displays the Network Presentation Home. Each time you can easily... adjust or control each projector with D ZOOM key to temporarily cut off the picture. This function is available when the PC signal is input. p FOCUS +/- This...
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... the PC signal is limited. Be sure to its original size. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 The keys that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes. Overview To install batteries 1 Push and slide the lid to...
... the PC signal is limited. Be sure to its original size. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 The keys that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes. Overview To install batteries 1 Push and slide the lid to...
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... beam between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector is, the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes. 2 Install the lithium battery. 20 Remote Commander To replace a battery 1 Release the lock of the lithium battery holder...picking it, and pull out the holder from the AUDIO jack of children. • Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Notes on the projector. j Infrared transmitter k ?/1 (On/Standby) key l v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys m ENTER key n MENU key o VOLUME +/- Direct the Remote Commander toward the...
... beam between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector is, the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes. 2 Install the lithium battery. 20 Remote Commander To replace a battery 1 Release the lock of the lithium battery holder...picking it, and pull out the holder from the AUDIO jack of children. • Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Notes on the projector. j Infrared transmitter k ?/1 (On/Standby) key l v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys m ENTER key n MENU key o VOLUME +/- Direct the Remote Commander toward the...
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... shown in the table above. 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 (feet) Projected image size (diagonal) (inches) 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 Minimum Distance 1.3 1.9 2.6 3.2 3.9 4.9 5.9 6.5 8.1 9.8 (4.3) (6.2) (8.5) (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...
... shown in the table above. 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 (feet) Projected image size (diagonal) (inches) 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 Minimum Distance 1.3 1.9 2.6 3.2 3.9 4.9 5.9 6.5 8.1 9.8 (4.3) (6.2) (8.5) (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...
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... is set to "16:9", the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 99 % of "Full 2" size. • When "Aspect" in the table above. Notes for VPL-CW125 only • When "Aspect" on page 59. 22 Installing the...
... is set to "16:9", the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 99 % of "Full 2" size. • When "Aspect" in the table above. Notes for VPL-CW125 only • When "Aspect" on page 59. 22 Installing the...
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...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 VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125, when connecting to a LAN using a LAN cable, see "Operating Instructions for each connection. • Insert ...8226; Use the proper cables for Network" stored on the CD-ROM. When pulling out a cable, be sure to XGA (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ Connecting the Projector 23 loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of your computer to pull it out by the plug, not the cable...
...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 VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125, when connecting to a LAN using a LAN cable, see "Operating Instructions for each connection. • Insert ...8226; Use the proper cables for Network" stored on the CD-ROM. When pulling out a cable, be sure to XGA (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ Connecting the Projector 23 loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of your computer to pull it out by the plug, not the cable...
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...notebook computer, to output the signal to a VCR. CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the external monitor. • If you are connecting. Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to both your computer's display and the external monitor, the picture of the ... 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 To connect to a video or S video output connector Side NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO VIDEO...
...notebook computer, to output the signal to a VCR. CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the external monitor. • If you are connecting. Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to both your computer's display and the external monitor, the picture of the ... 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 To connect to a video or S video output connector Side NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO VIDEO...
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setting on the Signal menu according to the input signal. • When you connect the projector to a video GBR output connector, select "Video GBR" or when you connect the projector to audio output (R) VCR A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B Signal Cable (... 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack Notes • Set the aspect ratio using "Aspect" on the Setup menu. Connecting the Projector 25 To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Side NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO ...
setting on the Signal menu according to the input signal. • When you connect the projector to a video GBR output connector, select "Video GBR" or when you connect the projector to audio output (R) VCR A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B Signal Cable (... 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack Notes • Set the aspect ratio using "Aspect" on the Setup menu. Connecting the Projector 25 To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Side NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO ...
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To operate with the Remote Commander of VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 You can select directly the input signal you want to project by pressing one key from among INPUT A, B, C, AIR SHOT, VIDEO or S VIDEO on the equipment connected to the projector. 4 Select the input source. Projecting 24 LAMP/ COVER ON/ .../CX155/CW125 APA INPUT KEY STONE /TILT LENS ENTER AUTO FOCUS RESET MENU FREEZE PIC MUTING D ZOOM AUDIO MUTING VOLUME 2 4 VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 1 Plug the AC power cord into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 key. The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green. 3 Turn on the Remote...
To operate with the Remote Commander of VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 You can select directly the input signal you want to project by pressing one key from among INPUT A, B, C, AIR SHOT, VIDEO or S VIDEO on the equipment connected to the projector. 4 Select the input source. Projecting 24 LAMP/ COVER ON/ .../CX155/CW125 APA INPUT KEY STONE /TILT LENS ENTER AUTO FOCUS RESET MENU FREEZE PIC MUTING D ZOOM AUDIO MUTING VOLUME 2 4 VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 1 Plug the AC power cord into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 key. The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green. 3 Turn on the Remote...
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...signal is necessary, turn the Adjuster right and left. 2 13 4 Notes • When you adjust the tilt of the projector with the Control Panel or the Remote Commander of VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 Each time you may have to switch the computer to output to the INPUT A connector Input-A Computer, etc. ... used for the signals from Press INPUT to the VPLCX125/CX155/CW125, "Input-C" is selected. For details, see "Auto Input Search" in -one LCD type, you press the INPUT key, the input signal switches as follows: all-in the Function Menu on the type of your computer's settings. Use...
...signal is necessary, turn the Adjuster right and left. 2 13 4 Notes • When you adjust the tilt of the projector with the Control Panel or the Remote Commander of VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 Each time you may have to switch the computer to output to the INPUT A connector Input-A Computer, etc. ... used for the signals from Press INPUT to the VPLCX125/CX155/CW125, "Input-C" is selected. For details, see "Auto Input Search" in -one LCD type, you press the INPUT key, the input signal switches as follows: all-in the Function Menu on the type of your computer's settings. Use...
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However, it manually. In this time, you will not be perfectly adjusted depending on the top of the projector with the adjuster extended. Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key. Note The message disappears if you press any key for about one second instead ... ring. adjustment is automatically adjusted. If you do not press any key other than the ?/1 key, or if you set the "V Keystone" to let the projector down on your fingers. • Do not push hard on the room temperature or the screen angle. It may not be able to light up...
However, it manually. In this time, you will not be perfectly adjusted depending on the top of the projector with the adjuster extended. Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key. Note The message disappears if you press any key for about one second instead ... ring. adjustment is automatically adjusted. If you do not press any key other than the ?/1 key, or if you set the "V Keystone" to let the projector down on your fingers. • Do not push hard on the room temperature or the screen angle. It may not be able to light up...