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...of 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... 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 ...
...of 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... 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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...you to adjust or control each projector individually with approximately 1,090,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. Side Shot (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) The projector supports the Side Shot feature (...projectors in front. Security Functions Security lock This function makes it is turned on /off away from operating incorrectly. High picture quality VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ CX155 Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA panels with a breaker or other switch without pressing the power key on the Remote...
...you to adjust or control each projector individually with approximately 1,090,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. Side Shot (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) The projector supports the Side Shot feature (...projectors in front. Security Functions Security lock This function makes it is turned on /off away from operating incorrectly. High picture quality VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ CX155 Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA panels with a breaker or other switch without pressing the power key on the Remote...
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... Controls (Main Unit) 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 clear the menu. Press again to the LAN cable when the network function is...
... Controls (Main Unit) 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 clear the menu. Press again to the LAN cable when the network function is...
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... IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. f VIDEO IN (Video input) Connects to the model. 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. AUDIO jack (stereo minijack) To listen to sound output from the connector of.../CX155/CW125: Page 17. AUDIO jack Connect to the composite video output of the monitor. Remote Commander 17 Overview VIDEO jack (phono type) Connects to the audio output of video equipment. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150: Page 19. ql qk qj qh qg qf qd wa COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A INPUT D...
... IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord. f VIDEO IN (Video input) Connects to the model. 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. AUDIO jack (stereo minijack) To listen to sound output from the connector of.../CX155/CW125: Page 17. AUDIO jack Connect to the composite video output of the monitor. Remote Commander 17 Overview VIDEO jack (phono type) Connects to the audio output of video equipment. VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150: Page 19. ql qk qj qh qg qf qd wa COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A INPUT D...
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.... e AUTO FOCUS key This function is limited. Remote Commander 19 VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 The keys that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is not provided in this projector. g FREEZE key Freezes the projected picture. Direct the Remote Commander toward the front or rear remote control detector. • The operation range is...
.... e AUTO FOCUS key This function is limited. Remote Commander 19 VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 The keys that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is not provided in this projector. g FREEZE key Freezes the projected picture. Direct the Remote Commander toward the front or rear remote control detector. • The operation range is...
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... 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 XGA (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ Connecting the Projector 23 To connect a computer Side NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT ...A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE Projecting the Picture...
... 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 XGA (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/CX150/ Connecting the Projector 23 To connect a computer Side NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT ...A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE Projecting the Picture...
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...INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE to S video output to audio output (L) to video output to both your computer's display...external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may not appear properly. CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the external monitor. • If you are connecting. For more information, ...not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) 24 Connecting the Projector Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to the instruction manuals of pins, use a commercially available plug ...
...INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE to S video output to audio output (L) to video output to both your computer's display...external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may not appear properly. CX155) or WXGA (VPL-CW125) for the external monitor. • If you are connecting. For more information, ...not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) 24 Connecting the Projector Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to the instruction manuals of pins, use a commercially available plug ...
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...pressing one key from among INPUT A, B, C, AIR SHOT, VIDEO or S VIDEO on the Remote Commander. 26 Projecting The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in red and the projector goes into a wall outlet, then connect all equipment. Projecting 24 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY... 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. 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.
...pressing one key from among INPUT A, B, C, AIR SHOT, VIDEO or S VIDEO on the Remote Commander. 26 Projecting The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in red and the projector goes into a wall outlet, then connect all equipment. Projecting 24 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY... 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. 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.
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..., etc. 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 the picture. Use the adjuster to the projector. connected to the projector varies depending on the type of your computer's settings. Projecting the Picture...INPUT to display Computer, Component, Video GBR etc. Depending on the type of computer. 6 Adjust the upper or lower position of VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 Each time you press the INPUT key, the input signal switches as follows: all-in the Function Menu on page 39. 5 Switch...
..., etc. 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 the picture. Use the adjuster to the projector. connected to the projector varies depending on the type of your computer's settings. Projecting the Picture...INPUT to display Computer, Component, Video GBR etc. Depending on the type of computer. 6 Adjust the upper or lower position of VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 Each time you press the INPUT key, the input signal switches as follows: all-in the Function Menu on page 39. 5 Switch...
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...INPUT A AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO S VIDEO RGB VVIIDDEEOOIN INPUT B AUDIO AUDIO RRSE-M23O2TCE 1 Front 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 ... appears. B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector. The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. 3 Press the MENU key.
...INPUT A AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO S VIDEO RGB VVIIDDEEOOIN INPUT B AUDIO AUDIO RRSE-M23O2TCE 1 Front 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 ... appears. B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector. The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. 3 Press the MENU key.
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......" menu of the settings The settings are : • "Contrast," "Brightness," "Color," "Hue" and "Sharpness" on the Remote Commander. menu of the Signal menu • "Side Shot" on the Installation menu (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) Storage of the Picture menu • "Dot Phase," "H Size," and "Shift" on the screen. To...Settings Using a Menu Unadjustable items Items that you have been adjusted Select the item that cannot be reset are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is not pressed for one minute. To clear the menu Press the MENU key.
......" menu of the settings The settings are : • "Contrast," "Brightness," "Color," "Hue" and "Sharpness" on the Remote Commander. menu of the Signal menu • "Side Shot" on the Installation menu (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) Storage of the Picture menu • "Dot Phase," "H Size," and "Shift" on the screen. To...Settings Using a Menu Unadjustable items Items that you have been adjusted Select the item that cannot be reset are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is not pressed for one minute. To clear the menu Press the MENU key.
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... the "Smart APA," it will not be 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. Once the specified input signal has been adjusted by pressing the APA key on the... Remote Commander even if "Smart APA" set to "Off," "Speaker: Off" apears on the screen when you press the APA key on...
... the "Smart APA," it will not be 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. Once the specified input signal has been adjusted by pressing the APA key on the... Remote Commander even if "Smart APA" set to "Off," "Speaker: Off" apears on the screen when you press the APA key on...
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...value (- Select "Black" or "Blue." Auto Corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion of the projector. Normally, set to adjust the picture more widely using "V Keystone" only. Standard Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. Select "Auto" ... 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...
...value (- Select "Black" or "Blue." Auto Corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion of the projector. Normally, set to adjust the picture more widely using "V Keystone" only. Standard Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. Select "Auto" ... 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...
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...under 1,500 m, the reliability of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to the projector when you All want to apply the fine adjustment value the next time, change the value. Direct Power On ...Set to "All," you can control all the projectors with the supplied Remote Commander. When this item is set to "On" at an altitude of the lamp may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending ...
...under 1,500 m, the reliability of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to the projector when you All want to apply the fine adjustment value the next time, change the value. Direct Power On ...Set to "All," you can control all the projectors with the supplied Remote Commander. When this item is set to "On" at an altitude of the lamp may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending ...
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... "Computer," "Video GBR" or "Component" correctly according to "On" (see page 36). • The projector is dim. c Adjust the picture (see page 39). 50 Troubleshooting c Replace the lamp with the VOLUME +/-...Setup menu to match the color system being input (see page 28). • Condensation has accumulated on the Remote Commander. • "Spakaer" in the Signal menu properly (see page 37). The picture is incorrect. ... properly. c Press the AUDIO MUTING key (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 or MUTING (AUDIO) key (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125) to "Off." c Adjust the focus (see page 43).
... "Computer," "Video GBR" or "Component" correctly according to "On" (see page 36). • The projector is dim. c Adjust the picture (see page 39). 50 Troubleshooting c Replace the lamp with the VOLUME +/-...Setup menu to match the color system being input (see page 28). • Condensation has accumulated on the Remote Commander. • "Spakaer" in the Signal menu properly (see page 37). The picture is incorrect. ... properly. c Press the AUDIO MUTING key (VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 or MUTING (AUDIO) key (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125) to "Off." c Adjust the focus (see page 43).
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...Remedy The control panel keys are not blocked. c Check the ventilation holes are locked. c Replace them with qualified Sony personnel. To maintain the product reliability of the projector's components, the rotation speed of its life. Indicators Symptom Cause and Remedy The LAMP/COVER • The lamp... temperature is detached. c Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the Remote Commander. (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) c Assigns the same ID number to the projector and the Remote Commander, or set to ON. (page 18) • The ID number of 2 flashes) ...
...Remedy The control panel keys are not blocked. c Check the ventilation holes are locked. c Replace them with qualified Sony personnel. To maintain the product reliability of the projector's components, the rotation speed of its life. Indicators Symptom Cause and Remedy The LAMP/COVER • The lamp... temperature is detached. c Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the Remote Commander. (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) c Assigns the same ID number to the projector and the Remote Commander, or set to ON. (page 18) • The ID number of 2 flashes) ...
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...input: TTL level high impedance, positive/ negative AUDIO: Stereo minijack, rated input 500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms INPUT C OUTPUT REMOTE NETWORK (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) RJ-45: 10BASE-T/100BASETX MONITOR OUT': HD D-sub 15pin (female) R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms ...VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/ CX150/CX155: 973 BTU VPL-CW125: 979 BTU Operating temperature 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) Operating humidity 35% to 85% (no condensation) Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) Storage humidity 10% to 90% Supplied accessories Remote...
...input: TTL level high impedance, positive/ negative AUDIO: Stereo minijack, rated input 500 mVrms, input impedance more than 47 kilohms INPUT C OUTPUT REMOTE NETWORK (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) RJ-45: 10BASE-T/100BASETX MONITOR OUT': HD D-sub 15pin (female) R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms ...VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/ CX150/CX155: 973 BTU VPL-CW125: 979 BTU Operating temperature 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) Operating humidity 35% to 85% (no condensation) Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) Storage humidity 10% to 90% Supplied accessories Remote...
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.... 2 (2 1/2) 23 (29/32) 9 (3/8) 48 (1 15/16) 103 (4 1/8) 260 (10 1/4) VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only 172 (6 7/8) NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE 8 (11/32) 16 (21/32) 78 (3 1/8) 18 (23/32) Projector suspension support mounting surface 17 (11/16) 46 (1 13... security lock 61( / 4) 12 (1/2) 17 (11/16) NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE 66 Dimensions ø4 12 (1/2) 21 (27/32) Unit: mm (inches)
.... 2 (2 1/2) 23 (29/32) 9 (3/8) 48 (1 15/16) 103 (4 1/8) 260 (10 1/4) VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only 172 (6 7/8) NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO OUTPUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE 8 (11/32) 16 (21/32) 78 (3 1/8) 18 (23/32) Projector suspension support mounting surface 17 (11/16) 46 (1 13... security lock 61( / 4) 12 (1/2) 17 (11/16) NETWORK INPUT C RGB AUDIO INPUT A RGB AUDIO INPUT B MONITOR AUDIO S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO IN RS-232C REMOTE 66 Dimensions ø4 12 (1/2) 21 (27/32) Unit: mm (inches)