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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
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... registered trademarks of properly. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities regarding safe disposal. Trademark Information "BRAVIA" and Sony Corporation. are trademarks of HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are similar to those of a fluorescent ...lamp, so you should be regulated due to environmental considerations. Disposal of Used Lamp This projector's lamp contains mercury and should ...
... registered trademarks of properly. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities regarding safe disposal. Trademark Information "BRAVIA" and Sony Corporation. are trademarks of HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are similar to those of a fluorescent ...lamp, so you should be regulated due to environmental considerations. Disposal of Used Lamp This projector's lamp contains mercury and should ...
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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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Others Troubleshooting 51 Warning Indicators 53 Message Lists 54 Replacing the Lamp and the Air Filter and cleaning the Ventilation holes (intake 55 Replacing the Air Filter 58 Fitting the lens cap 58 Specifications 59 Preset Signals 61 Input Signals and Adjustable/ Setting Items 64 Ceiling Installation 66 When Using the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support ......... 66 When Using the PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support ......... 70 Index 73 6
Others Troubleshooting 51 Warning Indicators 53 Message Lists 54 Replacing the Lamp and the Air Filter and cleaning the Ventilation holes (intake 55 Replacing the Air Filter 58 Fitting the lens cap 58 Specifications 59 Preset Signals 61 Input Signals and Adjustable/ Setting Items 64 Ceiling Installation 66 When Using the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support ......... 66 When Using the PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support ......... 70 Index 73 6
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...For maximum protection, repack your hand or objects near the ventilation holes. Checking the model name of the projector Check the model name of the projector (Example: VPL-AW15). Caution The projector is hot. Precautions On safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with ... picture degradation or damage to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself . • The wall outlet should be used for certain projector models. 7 On repacking Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you turn off the power with...
...For maximum protection, repack your hand or objects near the ventilation holes. Checking the model name of the projector Check the model name of the projector (Example: VPL-AW15). Caution The projector is hot. Precautions On safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with ... picture degradation or damage to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself . • The wall outlet should be used for certain projector models. 7 On repacking Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you turn off the power with...
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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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AC IN socket Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 13) Lamp cover (1 page 56) Projector suspension support attaching hole (1 page 66) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 13) ID label Air filter cover (1 page 57) Adjusters (1 page 24) 9 for remote control S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/ VIDEO INPUT connector (phono type) (1 page 19) Y/PB/CB/PR/CR (phono type) (1 page 17) INPUT A connector (1 page 20) HDMI connector (1 page 18) - Location of Controls Rear/Bottom Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 13) REMOTE connector Connects to a computer, etc.
AC IN socket Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 13) Lamp cover (1 page 56) Projector suspension support attaching hole (1 page 66) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 13) ID label Air filter cover (1 page 57) Adjusters (1 page 24) 9 for remote control S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/ VIDEO INPUT connector (phono type) (1 page 19) Y/PB/CB/PR/CR (phono type) (1 page 17) INPUT A connector (1 page 20) HDMI connector (1 page 18) - Location of Controls Rear/Bottom Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 13) REMOTE connector Connects to a computer, etc.
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...to project the picture, etc. Connections and Preparations Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you use the projector. • Operating Instructions (this manual) • AC power cord (1) • Air filter (for...the following items: • Remote control (1) and Size AA (R6) batteries (2) • Lens cap (1) When you have purchased the projector, the lens cap was fitted onto the lens. Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may cause a short circuit and may generate ...
...to project the picture, etc. Connections and Preparations Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you use the projector. • Operating Instructions (this manual) • AC power cord (1) • Air filter (for...the following items: • Remote control (1) and Size AA (R6) batteries (2) • Lens cap (1) When you have purchased the projector, the lens cap was fitted onto the lens. Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may cause a short circuit and may generate ...
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...extremely smoky locations Hot and humid Install in temperature. 12 Locations subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner Installing the projector in such a location may cause a malfunction of the sensor may cause malfunction or damage to moisture condensation or rise in a location ... from a VCR or other devices. Poorly ventilated location Near a heat or smoke sensor Malfunction of the unit due to the projector. Before Setting Up the Projector Unsuitable installation Do not place the projector in various places and you can enjoy viewing beautiful pictures easily.
...extremely smoky locations Hot and humid Install in temperature. 12 Locations subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner Installing the projector in such a location may cause a malfunction of the sensor may cause malfunction or damage to moisture condensation or rise in a location ... from a VCR or other devices. Poorly ventilated location Near a heat or smoke sensor Malfunction of the unit due to the projector. Before Setting Up the Projector Unsuitable installation Do not place the projector in various places and you can enjoy viewing beautiful pictures easily.
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...uniformity and reducing the reliability of the effects of the lamp. Tilting front/rear and left/right 15° or more Avoid using the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components. 15° or more 15° or ...° or more than on a level surface or on pages 8 to "High" (1 page 46). Blocking the ventilation holes. Do not install the projector anywhere other than 15 degrees. Ventilation holes (intake) Ventilation holes (exhaust) Tip For details on the location of the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust), see...
...uniformity and reducing the reliability of the effects of the lamp. Tilting front/rear and left/right 15° or more Avoid using the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components. 15° or more 15° or ...° or more than on a level surface or on pages 8 to "High" (1 page 46). Blocking the ventilation holes. Do not install the projector anywhere other than 15 degrees. Ventilation holes (intake) Ventilation holes (exhaust) Tip For details on the location of the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust), see...
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... 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 of the screen and the center of the projector's lens when using the maximum upper vertical lens... shift feature *d: Horizontal distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the...
... 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 of the screen and the center of the projector's lens when using the maximum upper vertical lens... shift feature *d: Horizontal distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the...
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2 Position the projector so that it fits the screen. (1 page 21) To project an image, connect video equipment to the screen. Top view Screen 3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that the lens is not a malfunction of the projector. 16 This is parallel to the projector. (1 page 17) Note When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications.
2 Position the projector so that it fits the screen. (1 page 21) To project an image, connect video equipment to the screen. Top view Screen 3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that the lens is not a malfunction of the projector. 16 This is parallel to the projector. (1 page 17) Note When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications.
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Connections and Preparations Step 2: Connecting the Projector When making connections, be sure to do the following: • Turn off all equipments before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each ... quality. Connecting to a VCR To connect to a DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player or digital tuner equipped with component video connectors Rear of the projector AV amplifier Speakers DVD player/recorder, HDD recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, digital tuner, etc., with holding the plug, not the cable itself. • Refer...
Connections and Preparations Step 2: Connecting the Projector When making connections, be sure to do the following: • Turn off all equipments before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each ... quality. Connecting to a VCR To connect to a DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player or digital tuner equipped with component video connectors Rear of the projector AV amplifier Speakers DVD player/recorder, HDD recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, digital tuner, etc., with holding the plug, not the cable itself. • Refer...
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... Blu-ray Disc player, etc., with HDMI output to use a cable that has acquired an HDMI logo. ...This projector supports PC display input that has been available since Ver.1.2a of the projector. To connect to a DVD player/recorder and Blu-ray Disc player equipped with HDMI output You can enjoy better...
... Blu-ray Disc player, etc., with HDMI output to use a cable that has acquired an HDMI logo. ...This projector supports PC display input that has been available since Ver.1.2a of the projector. To connect to a DVD player/recorder and Blu-ray Disc player equipped with HDMI output You can enjoy better...
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See also the instruction manual of the projector Speakers AV amplifier Video equipment to S video or video output : Video signal flow S video or video cable (not supplied) Tip In order to enjoy better ...
See also the instruction manual of the projector Speakers AV amplifier Video equipment to S video or video output : Video signal flow S video or video cable (not supplied) Tip In order to enjoy better ...
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...) Note If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both computer's display and this equipment, the picture of the projector Computer to monitor output HD-Dsub15 pin cable (optional) or HDMI cable (optional) : Video signal flow When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to...
...) Note If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both computer's display and this equipment, the picture of the projector Computer to monitor output HD-Dsub15 pin cable (optional) or HDMI cable (optional) : Video signal flow When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to...
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...on the remote control. The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator lights in red. 1 After connecting the AC cord to the screen instead of the projector, you may not control it with the remote control. In this case, point the remote control to the equipment, plug the AC cord into ...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 The ?/1 (On/standby), INPUT, MENU, and v/V/b/B/ (joystick) buttons on the ...
...on the remote control. The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator lights in red. 1 After connecting the AC cord to the screen instead of the projector, you may not control it with the remote control. In this case, point the remote control to the equipment, plug the AC cord into ...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 The ?/1 (On/standby), INPUT, MENU, and v/V/b/B/ (joystick) buttons on the ...
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The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. (VPL-AW15 only) 3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector. Each time you press the button, the input indication and equipment to be projected change. (1 page 27) Tips • You can select the desired... horizontal position To adjust the vertical position 22 Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment. 4 Press INPUT to project the picture on the projector. For details, refer to "Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language". (1 page 25) • When "Auto Input Search" is set to "On" in the Function ...
The ?/1 (On/standby) indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. (VPL-AW15 only) 3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector. Each time you press the button, the input indication and equipment to be projected change. (1 page 27) Tips • You can select the desired... horizontal position To adjust the vertical position 22 Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment. 4 Press INPUT to project the picture on the projector. For details, refer to "Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language". (1 page 25) • When "Auto Input Search" is set to "On" in the Function ...
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Focus ring To adjust the tilt of the installation surface If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to adjust. Turn to keep the projector level. Adjusters Note Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the adjusters. 24 6 Adjust the picture size using the focus ring. Zoom lever 7 Adjust the focus using the zoom lever.
Focus ring To adjust the tilt of the installation surface If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to adjust. Turn to keep the projector level. Adjusters Note Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the adjusters. 24 6 Adjust the picture size using the focus ring. Zoom lever 7 Adjust the focus using the zoom lever.
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...CR connectors Equipment connected to the HDMI connector Press INPUT to the signal input. Projecting Projecting This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the video equipment connected to the VIDEO INPUT connector. menu, the input terminal with effective 27 Adjust the... Picture menu. (1 page 41) Tip When "Auto Input Search" is input. Example: To view the picture from the equipment connected to the projector. When you want . To view the picture from HDMI standard cable is set to "On" in the Setup menu according to display Video S-...
...CR connectors Equipment connected to the HDMI connector Press INPUT to the signal input. Projecting Projecting This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the video equipment connected to the VIDEO INPUT connector. menu, the input terminal with effective 27 Adjust the... Picture menu. (1 page 41) Tip When "Auto Input Search" is input. Example: To view the picture from the equipment connected to the projector. When you want . To view the picture from HDMI standard cable is set to "On" in the Setup menu according to display Video S-...