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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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...(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 supplied)...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 ...
...(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 supplied)...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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... Manual (separately printed manual) This manual describes basic operations for projecting pictures after you can read the Operating Instructions stored on the CD-ROM) Projector Station for transmitting data from a computer to read only the Operating Instructions. Note You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or higher is installed ...explanation of this manual) This Operating Instructions describes the setup and operations of the display, and there may be an item that the VPL-CX155 is mainly used for the VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPLCW125 all together.
... Manual (separately printed manual) This manual describes basic operations for projecting pictures after you can read the Operating Instructions stored on the CD-ROM) Projector Station for transmitting data from a computer to read only the Operating Instructions. Note You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or higher is installed ...explanation of this manual) This Operating Instructions describes the setup and operations of the display, and there may be an item that the VPL-CX155 is mainly used for the VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPLCW125 all together.
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...projection of the projector. Installation becomes possible in a wider variety of 1024 × 768 dots (horizontal/vertical) for RGB input, and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input. High picture quality VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ CX155 Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA panels with one... High brightness Adoption of 3500 lumen for the VPL-CX150/CX155, 3000 lumen for the VPL-CX120/CX125/CW125 and 2700 lumen for the VPL-CX100. It allows light output of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. VPL-CW125 Three super-high-aperture 0.74-inch WXGA...
...projection of the projector. Installation becomes possible in a wider variety of 1024 × 768 dots (horizontal/vertical) for RGB input, and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input. High picture quality VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ CX155 Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA panels with one... High brightness Adoption of 3500 lumen for the VPL-CX150/CX155, 3000 lumen for the VPL-CX120/CX125/CW125 and 2700 lumen for the VPL-CX100. It allows light output of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. VPL-CW125 Three super-high-aperture 0.74-inch WXGA...
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... key Select the input signal. In the case of models VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125, Side Shot (Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction) can turn off with the ?/1 key. - Location and Function of the image. Once the projector is turned off the power, press the ?/1 key twice according... push this key, V KEYSTONE (Vertical trapezoidal distortion correction) adjustment menu is in orange when the power saving mode is on the projector when it by pressing this button again. e KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction) key Adjusts the trapezoidal distortion of Controls (Main Unit) ...
... key Select the input signal. In the case of models VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125, Side Shot (Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction) can turn off with the ?/1 key. - Location and Function of the image. Once the projector is turned off the power, press the ?/1 key twice according... push this key, V KEYSTONE (Vertical trapezoidal distortion correction) adjustment menu is in orange when the power saving mode is on the projector when it by pressing this button again. e KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction) key Adjusts the trapezoidal distortion of Controls (Main Unit) ...
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... on the control panel function identically. When VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected, the sound input to the AUDIO input connector of VIDEO IN is output. VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125: Page 17. ql qk qj qh qg qf qd wa COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A INPUT D INPUT B INPUT E INPUT C AIR SHOT VIDEO...same names as those on the Remote Commander. g REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin, female) Connects to a computer to operate the projector from the INPUT A or INPUT B. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150: Page 19. w; INPUT D key and INPUT E key are not used in this jack to the audio output of the computer. ...
... on the control panel function identically. When VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected, the sound input to the AUDIO input connector of VIDEO IN is output. VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125: Page 17. ql qk qj qh qg qf qd wa COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A INPUT D INPUT B INPUT E INPUT C AIR SHOT VIDEO...same names as those on the Remote Commander. g REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-pin, female) Connects to a computer to operate the projector from the INPUT A or INPUT B. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150: Page 19. w; INPUT D key and INPUT E key are not used in this jack to the audio output of the computer. ...
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...) with D ZOOM key to install the battery from a computer. This key functions when the menu or a setting item is displayed on the projector. To cancel the frozen picture, press the key again. This function is available when the PC signal is limited. c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction...Commander operation • Make sure that have the same names as those on page 39. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 The keys that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is input from the # side. 2 Replace the lid. For details, see "Smart APA...
...) with D ZOOM key to install the battery from a computer. This key functions when the menu or a setting item is displayed on the projector. To cancel the frozen picture, press the key again. This function is available when the PC signal is limited. c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal distortion correction...Commander operation • Make sure that have the same names as those on page 39. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 The keys that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is input from the # side. 2 Replace the lid. For details, see "Smart APA...
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... 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 (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...
... 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 (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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Notes for VPL-CW125 only • When "Aspect" on page 59. 22 Installing the Projector For details on installation, see "Installation Diagram" on the Signal menu is set to other than "Full 2", black bands appear at the top and bottom ...
Notes for VPL-CW125 only • When "Aspect" on page 59. 22 Installing the Projector For details on installation, see "Installation Diagram" on the Signal menu is set to other than "Full 2", black bands appear at the top and bottom ...
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... connections. • Use the proper cables for Network" stored on the CD-ROM. For VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125, when connecting to XGA (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ Connecting the Projector 23 Connecting a Computer This section describes how to connect the projector to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself. loose connections may increase...
... connections. • Use the proper cables for Network" stored on the CD-ROM. For VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125, when connecting to XGA (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ Connecting the Projector 23 Connecting a Computer This section describes how to connect the projector to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself. loose connections may increase...
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CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the external monitor. • If you are connecting. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with your computer to output the signal to only ... (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) 24 Connecting the Projector For details, refer to a VCR. Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to the operating instructions supplied with a video output connector of a type having two rows of the external monitor...
CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the external monitor. • If you are connecting. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with your computer to output the signal to only ... (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) B Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) 24 Connecting the Projector For details, refer to a VCR. Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to the operating instructions supplied with a video output connector of a type having two rows of the external monitor...
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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/.../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 equipment ...
... 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/.../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 equipment ...
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... Adjuster adjustment button. 4 When fine-tuning is selected. For details, see "Auto Input Search" in -one LCD type, you adjust the tilt of the projector with the Control Panel or the Remote Commander of VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 Each time you press the INPUT key, the input signal switches as follows: all-in the...
... Adjuster adjustment button. 4 When fine-tuning is selected. For details, see "Auto Input Search" in -one LCD type, you adjust the tilt of the projector with the Control Panel or the Remote Commander of VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 Each time you press the INPUT key, the input signal switches as follows: all-in the...
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...INPUT D 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...remote control detector APA INPUT KEY STONE /TILT LENS ENTER AUTO FOCUS RESET MENU FREEZE PIC MUTING D ZOOM AUDIO MUTING VOLUME 2 4,5,6 3 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 ...
...INPUT D 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...remote control detector APA INPUT KEY STONE /TILT LENS ENTER AUTO FOCUS RESET MENU FREEZE PIC MUTING D ZOOM AUDIO MUTING VOLUME 2 4,5,6 3 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 ...
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...press the v or B key. Pop-up menu, in this manual. The menu appears. The setting items are explanations for VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPL-CW125 all together in a setting menu or adjustment menu with the setting items appears. Press the ENTER or B key to ...select a menu, then press the B or ENTER key. B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is equipped ...
...press the v or B key. Pop-up menu, in this manual. The menu appears. The setting items are explanations for VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPL-CW125 all together in a setting menu or adjustment menu with the setting items appears. Press the ENTER or B key to ...select a menu, then press the B or ENTER key. B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is equipped ...
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menu of the Signal menu • "Side Shot" on the Installation menu (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) Storage of the item that you have been adjusted Select the item that have selected is reset to reset, and press ... for one minute. Items that cannot be reset are: • "Contrast," "Brightness," "Color," "Hue" and "Sharpness" on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is not memorized. To reset items that you want to its factory preset value. appears on the Remote Commander. menu...
menu of the Signal menu • "Side Shot" on the Installation menu (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) Storage of the item that you have been adjusted Select the item that have selected is reset to reset, and press ... for one minute. Items that cannot be reset are: • "Contrast," "Brightness," "Color," "Hue" and "Sharpness" on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is not memorized. To reset items that you want to its factory preset value. appears on the Remote Commander. menu...
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... SGI-1 Macintosh 19" Macintosh 21" Sony News PC-9821 1280 × 1024 WS Sunmicro Memory No. The memory number and signal type of that if the projector is used for profit or for each ...newest memory always overwrites the oldest one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD. This projector has 20 types of user memories for public viewing, modifying the original picture by switching...the signal using the Signal menu, it to an optimum picture. This projector has 43 types (VPL-CX100/ CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155) or 44 types (VPL-CW125) of preset data for the first time, a memory number ...
... SGI-1 Macintosh 19" Macintosh 21" Sony News PC-9821 1280 × 1024 WS Sunmicro Memory No. The memory number and signal type of that if the projector is used for profit or for each ...newest memory always overwrites the oldest one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD. This projector has 20 types of user memories for public viewing, modifying the original picture by switching...the signal using the Signal menu, it to an optimum picture. This projector has 43 types (VPL-CX100/ CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155) or 44 types (VPL-CW125) of preset data for the first time, a memory number ...
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... seen clearly. It indicates the input channel when the INPUT key is pressed. *VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only When set to "On," the projector detects input signals in standby mode. On When set to cut the sound of the projector. When set to "On," a test pattern is set to "On." • Off: ...power. • Off: Does not displays the Start Up Image on the screen after turning on the Off screen during "V Keystone" or *"Side Shot" adjustment. *VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only Set to "Off" to Standard low in Off the following order: Input A, B, *C/Video/S-Video. When set to "Low", the power ...
... seen clearly. It indicates the input channel when the INPUT key is pressed. *VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only When set to "On," the projector detects input signals in standby mode. On When set to cut the sound of the projector. When set to "On," a test pattern is set to "On." • Off: ...power. • Off: Does not displays the Start Up Image on the screen after turning on the Off screen during "V Keystone" or *"Side Shot" adjustment. *VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only Set to "Off" to Standard low in Off the following order: Input A, B, *C/Video/S-Video. When set to "Low", the power ...
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...Blue Standard Front & Rear All Off Off Set: Exit: Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Setting items V Keystone Side Shot (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Image Flip Background Lamp Mode IR Receiver Functions Initial setting Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection ...angle. The Installation Menu The Installation menu is input to the projector. Select "Black" or "Blue." Standard Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the screen horizontally and/or vertically...
...Blue Standard Front & Rear All Off Off Set: Exit: Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Setting items V Keystone Side Shot (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Image Flip Background Lamp Mode IR Receiver Functions Initial setting Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection ...angle. The Installation Menu The Installation menu is input to the projector. Select "Black" or "Blue." Standard Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the screen horizontally and/or vertically...
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... Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the Remote Commander. When this item is set to "1." High Altitude Set to "On" when the projector is used at an altitude under 1,500 m, the reliability of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. Notes • The auto V Keystone adjustment may... apply the fine adjustment value the next time, change the value. Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to the projector when you are using a circuit breaker to turn the power on/off the entire system. Direct Power On...
... Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the Remote Commander. When this item is set to "1." High Altitude Set to "On" when the projector is used at an altitude under 1,500 m, the reliability of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. Notes • The auto V Keystone adjustment may... apply the fine adjustment value the next time, change the value. Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to the projector when you are using a circuit breaker to turn the power on/off the entire system. Direct Power On...