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...please refer to environmental considerations. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. For the customers in this manual could void your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org). The Authorized Representative for a digital ... device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155, VPL-CW125 Responsible party: Sony Electronics Inc. Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of the FCC Rules. ca.gov/hazardouswaste...
...please refer to environmental considerations. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. For the customers in this manual could void your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org). The Authorized Representative for a digital ... device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155, VPL-CW125 Responsible party: Sony Electronics Inc. Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of the FCC Rules. ca.gov/hazardouswaste...
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...Conditions 9 Overview About the Supplied Manuals 10 Features 11 Location and Function 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... 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...
...Conditions 9 Overview About the Supplied Manuals 10 Features 11 Location and Function 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... 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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... system, you have to the projector. Be aware that the VPL-CX155 is mainly used for transmitting data from a computer to pay attention when handling and using this projector. Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPLCW125 all together. B Overview About the Supplied Manuals The following manuals and softwares are supplied with the...
... system, you have to the projector. Be aware that the VPL-CX155 is mainly used for transmitting data from a computer to pay attention when handling and using this projector. Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPLCW125 all together. B Overview About the Supplied Manuals The following manuals and softwares are supplied with the...
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In this manual, ™ and ® marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony corporation. • All other trademarks and registered trademarks are not specified. 12 Features Other Convenient Functions • Low fan noise makes your presentation comfortable • ... trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. • Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. • Air Shot is a trademark of Sony corporation. • Side Shot is a trademark of their respective holders.
In this manual, ™ and ® marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony corporation. • All other trademarks and registered trademarks are not specified. 12 Features Other Convenient Functions • Low fan noise makes your presentation comfortable • ... trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. • Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. • Air Shot is a trademark of Sony corporation. • Side Shot is a trademark of their respective holders.
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loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of your computer 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... (Use a no-resistance cable.) B HD D-sub 15-pin cable Notes • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA and SXGA+ signals. When pulling out a cable, be sure to the computer's instruction manual. For VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125, when connecting to : • Turn off all equipment before making any ...
loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of your computer 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... (Use a no-resistance cable.) B HD D-sub 15-pin cable Notes • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA and SXGA+ signals. When pulling out a cable, be sure to the computer's instruction manual. For VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125, when connecting to : • Turn off all equipment before making any ...
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...your computer, such as a notebook computer, to output the signal to both your computer to output the signal to the instruction manuals of the external monitor may not appear properly. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with your computer. For more information, ...refer to only the external monitor. 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-...
...your computer, such as a notebook computer, to output the signal to both your computer to output the signal to the instruction manuals of the external monitor may not appear properly. Note To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with your computer. For more information, ...refer to only the external monitor. 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-...
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...screen angle. During this case, adjust it may cause a malfunction. 7 Adjust the size of the projector with the ?/1 key. 3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops... continues to run to "Auto," the "V Keystone" correction is performed at the same time. However, it manually. adjustment is automatically adjusted. In this time, you can turn off the power by holding the ?/1 key ... the ?/1 key, or if you set the "V Keystone" to "Manual." (See page 41.) • If you do not want to let the projector down on your fingers. • Do not push hard on the ...
...screen angle. During this case, adjust it may cause a malfunction. 7 Adjust the size of the projector with the ?/1 key. 3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops... continues to run to "Auto," the "V Keystone" correction is performed at the same time. However, it manually. adjustment is automatically adjusted. In this time, you can turn off the power by holding the ?/1 key ... the ?/1 key, or if you set the "V Keystone" to "Manual." (See page 41.) • If you do not want to let the projector down on your fingers. • Do not push hard on the ...
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... stored and the previous screen is mainly used for VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPL-CW125 all together in this manual. Pop-up menu, in a setting menu or adjustment menu with the setting items appears. B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is shown in yellow. 3 Select an item. If you...
... stored and the previous screen is mainly used for VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 and VPL-CW125 all together in this manual. Pop-up menu, in a setting menu or adjustment menu with the setting items appears. B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is shown in yellow. 3 Select an item. If you...
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... around it, the APA function will be released and "Panel Key Lock" is being input, the adjustment process of the Off projector so that the projector can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while "Adjusting" appears on the screen. • The picture may differ...Off When set to "On," turns on the projector's security lock function. Setting items Power Saving Panel Key Lock Security Lock Functions Initial setting Selects the Power Saving mode. When it , turn on the screen. If you adjust the picture manually. • When "Standby mode" is set to...
... around it, the APA function will be released and "Panel Key Lock" is being input, the adjustment process of the Off projector so that the projector can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while "Adjusting" appears on the screen. • The picture may differ...Off When set to "On," turns on the projector's security lock function. Setting items Power Saving Panel Key Lock Security Lock Functions Initial setting Selects the Power Saving mode. When it , turn on the screen. If you adjust the picture manually. • When "Standby mode" is set to...
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... is input to a higher value (+ direction). Select "Auto" for automatic correction, or "Manual" for changing the settings of the trapezoid is longer than the left side is longer than ...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...longer than the bottom : Sets a higher value. Auto Corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion of the projector. • Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors. • Front: ...
... is input to a higher value (+ direction). Select "Auto" for automatic correction, or "Manual" for changing the settings of the trapezoid is longer than the left side is longer than ...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...longer than the bottom : Sets a higher value. Auto Corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion of the projector. • Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors. • Front: ...
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Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to "1." When it to "Auto". • When you can control all the projectors with the Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. ...The setting mode will be diminished. 42 The Installation Menu You can control the projector with the Remote Commander with the supplied Remote Commander. Notes • The auto V Keystone adjustment may be temporarily changed to "Manual" from "Auto". • If High Altitude Mode is used at an ...
Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode (VPL-CX125/ CX155/CW125 only) Assigns an ID number (1 to 3) to "1." When it to "Auto". • When you can control all the projectors with the Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. ...The setting mode will be diminished. 42 The Installation Menu You can control the projector with the Remote Commander with the supplied Remote Commander. Notes • The auto V Keystone adjustment may be temporarily changed to "Manual" from "Auto". • If High Altitude Mode is used at an ...
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....58/PAL/SECAM/ NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/ PAL60 system, switched automatically/manually (NTSC4.43 is set to "High.") Throwing distance (When placed on the floor.) VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/ CX150/CX155: (When an XGA signal is input) 40-inch: 1.2 to 1.4 m (3.9 to 4.6...shown above. Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, 3 primary color shutter system LCD panel VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/ CX150/CX155: 0.79-inch XGA panel, 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) VPL-CW125: 0.74-inch WXGA panel, 3,280... of acceptable preset signals of the projector.
....58/PAL/SECAM/ NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/ PAL60 system, switched automatically/manually (NTSC4.43 is set to "High.") Throwing distance (When placed on the floor.) VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/ CX150/CX155: (When an XGA signal is input) 40-inch: 1.2 to 1.4 m (3.9 to 4.6...shown above. Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, 3 primary color shutter system LCD panel VPL-CX100/CX120/CX125/ CX150/CX155: 0.79-inch XGA panel, 2,359,296 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) VPL-CW125: 0.74-inch WXGA panel, 3,280... of acceptable preset signals of the projector.
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Note Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-C200 (for replacement) Presentation Tool RM-PJPK1 Pin assignment INPUT A connector.../SDA 5 RESERVE 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) 56 Specifications SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF ... (Operating Instructions, Application Software) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Note Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-C200 (for replacement) Presentation Tool RM-PJPK1 Pin assignment INPUT A connector.../SDA 5 RESERVE 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) 56 Specifications SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF ... (Operating Instructions, Application Software) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... may be perfectly corrected depending on the Installation menu is set to "Manual," and correct the distortion using input values. 64 "Side Shot" (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) and "V Keystone" Adjustments VPL-CX125/CX155 Input signals Video/60, Video/50, 480/60i, 575/...a=0 a≠0 or b≠0 b=0 a=0 a≠0 or b≠0 b=0 a 0 +/-18 +/-25 0 +/-18 +/-25 0 +/-18 +/-25 0 +/-18 +/-25 0 +/-18 +/-25 b +/-15 +/-8 0 +/-13 +/-8 0 +/-13 +/-6 0 +/-11 +/-6 0 +/-7 +/-4 0 VPL-CW125 Input signals Video/60, Video/50, 480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p, 575/50p 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 540/60p 720/60p, 720/50p...
... may be perfectly corrected depending on the Installation menu is set to "Manual," and correct the distortion using input values. 64 "Side Shot" (VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only) and "V Keystone" Adjustments VPL-CX125/CX155 Input signals Video/60, Video/50, 480/60i, 575/...a=0 a≠0 or b≠0 b=0 a=0 a≠0 or b≠0 b=0 a 0 +/-18 +/-25 0 +/-18 +/-25 0 +/-18 +/-25 0 +/-18 +/-25 0 +/-18 +/-25 b +/-15 +/-8 0 +/-13 +/-8 0 +/-13 +/-6 0 +/-11 +/-6 0 +/-7 +/-4 0 VPL-CW125 Input signals Video/60, Video/50, 480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p, 575/50p 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 540/60p 720/60p, 720/50p...