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...interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. Lamp contains mercury. For the customers in als klein chemisch afval (KCA). • Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde batterij ... of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 Responsible party: Sony Electronics Inc. Disposal of this product contains mercury. For safety Be sure to attach ...
...interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. Lamp contains mercury. For the customers in als klein chemisch afval (KCA). • Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde batterij ... of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150, VPL-CX155 Responsible party: Sony Electronics Inc. Disposal of this product contains mercury. For safety Be sure to attach ...
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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 17 VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 ...... 19 Effective Tools for Your Presentation 31 Controlling the Computer Using a Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1 (not ...Connecting the Projector 22 Connecting a Computer 22 Connecting a VCR 23 Projecting 25 Turning Off the Power 27 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language .......... 28 Security Lock 29 Other Functions 31 Direct Power On/Off Function ... 31 4 Table of Contents Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 45 ...
...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 17 VPL-CX100/CX120/CX150 ...... 19 Effective Tools for Your Presentation 31 Controlling the Computer Using a Presentation Tool, RM-PJPK1 (not ...Connecting the Projector 22 Connecting a Computer 22 Connecting a VCR 23 Projecting 25 Turning Off the Power 27 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language .......... 28 Security Lock 29 Other Functions 31 Direct Power On/Off Function ... 31 4 Table of Contents Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 45 ...
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... (red, blue, or green) that face the screen with a soft cloth. On LCD projector • The LCD projector is on the Remote Commander, do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet if ... a dark color. 6 Precautions On preventing internal heat buildup • After you replace the lamp. Never use a soft dry cloth. Caution The unit is recommended. Do not block or place... anything near the ventilation holes - If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any windows that continuously appear on the lens, use strong solvents...
... (red, blue, or green) that face the screen with a soft cloth. On LCD projector • The LCD projector is on the Remote Commander, do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet if ... a dark color. 6 Precautions On preventing internal heat buildup • After you replace the lamp. Never use a soft dry cloth. Caution The unit is recommended. Do not block or place... anything near the ventilation holes - If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any windows that continuously appear on the lens, use strong solvents...
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... or rise in temperature. Very dusty, extremely smoky Avoid installing the unit in the following situations. Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. • Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or humidity is very high, or temperature is very low. • ...heat build-up , the temperature sensor will become obstructed, and this may inhale tininess such as a piece of the unit or damage it. Lamp off automatically after one minute. • Leave space of the unit. Notes on Installation and Usage Subject to the block-up . These installations...
... or rise in temperature. Very dusty, extremely smoky Avoid installing the unit in the following situations. Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. • Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or humidity is very high, or temperature is very low. • ...heat build-up , the temperature sensor will become obstructed, and this may inhale tininess such as a piece of the unit or damage it. Lamp off automatically after one minute. • Leave space of the unit. Notes on Installation and Usage Subject to the block-up . These installations...
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...projector. ID function (VPL-CX125/CX155 only) The function allows you to adjust or control each projector individually with one room. Features 11 Overview High picture quality Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA ...projector is mounted on the ceiling you to turn the projector on the control panel of the projector, allowing use two or more projectors in a wider variety of the screen. Versatile installation capability Capable of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. For details, refer to obtain projector status information such as the lamp...
...projector. ID function (VPL-CX125/CX155 only) The function allows you to adjust or control each projector individually with one room. Features 11 Overview High picture quality Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA ...projector is mounted on the ceiling you to turn the projector on the control panel of the projector, allowing use two or more projectors in a wider variety of the screen. Versatile installation capability Capable of Sony's unique optical system provides a high-efficiency optical system. For details, refer to obtain projector status information such as the lamp...
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For details, see "Cleaning the Air Filter" on page 47. b Front remote control detector c Air filter cover Note To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. Location and Function of Controls (Main Unit) Top/Front/Side 4 1 Overview 2 5 3 6 Rear/Side/Bottom 7 8 9 NIENTPWUTORCK RGB MONITOR INPUT A AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO RGB S VIDEO VVIDIDEEOOIN AUDIO INPUT B RRESM-2O32TCE 0 qa qs qd qf 6 qg qh a Lens Remove the lens cap before projection. Location and Function of Controls (Main Unit) 13
For details, see "Cleaning the Air Filter" on page 47. b Front remote control detector c Air filter cover Note To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp. Location and Function of Controls (Main Unit) Top/Front/Side 4 1 Overview 2 5 3 6 Rear/Side/Bottom 7 8 9 NIENTPWUTORCK RGB MONITOR INPUT A AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO RGB S VIDEO VVIDIDEEOOIN AUDIO INPUT B RRESM-2O32TCE 0 qa qs qd qf 6 qg qh a Lens Remove the lens cap before projection. Location and Function of Controls (Main Unit) 13
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...: http://www.kensington.com/ o Security bar An anti-theft chain or wire (commercially available) can be connected to it. m Focus ring Adjusts the picture focus. g Lamp cover h Ventilation holes (intake) i Adjusters j Rear remote control detector k Connector/Connector Panel For details, see "Using the adjuster" on page 15.
...: http://www.kensington.com/ o Security bar An anti-theft chain or wire (commercially available) can be connected to it. m Focus ring Adjusts the picture focus. g Lamp cover h Ventilation holes (intake) i Adjusters j Rear remote control detector k Connector/Connector Panel For details, see "Using the adjuster" on page 15.
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... the trapezoidal distortion of Controls (Main Unit) 15 Use the arrow keys (v/V/b/ B) for about one second. Once the projector is on the projector when it is turned off . - b ON/STANDBY indicator Lights up or flashes under the following conditions: - d ...this button again. Control Panel 123456 7 8 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ENTER PIC MUTING Overview a LAMP/COVER indicators Flashes in orange under the following conditions: • A reception rate of models VPL-CX125/ CX155, Side Shot (Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction...
... the trapezoidal distortion of Controls (Main Unit) 15 Use the arrow keys (v/V/b/ B) for about one second. Once the projector is on the projector when it is turned off . - b ON/STANDBY indicator Lights up or flashes under the following conditions: - d ...this button again. Control Panel 123456 7 8 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ENTER PIC MUTING Overview a LAMP/COVER indicators Flashes in orange under the following conditions: • A reception rate of models VPL-CX125/ CX155, Side Shot (Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction...
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The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green. 3 Turn on the Remote Commander. Projecting Projecting the Picture 24 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ENTER PIC MUTING ON/STANDBY indicator MPUITICNG PEUNSTHER MENU KEYSTONE INPUT SOTNA/NDBY LACMOPV/ER ...Press the ?/1 key. To operate with the Remote Commander of VPL-CX125/CX155 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 25 The ON/STANDBY...
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green. 3 Turn on the Remote Commander. Projecting Projecting the Picture 24 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ENTER PIC MUTING ON/STANDBY indicator MPUITICNG PEUNSTHER MENU KEYSTONE INPUT SOTNA/NDBY LACMOPV/ER ...Press the ?/1 key. To operate with the Remote Commander of VPL-CX125/CX155 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 25 The ON/STANDBY...
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... factory setting is shown as follows: ON/STANDBY 2 indicator 3 4,5,6 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ENTER PIC MUTING COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A 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 MPUITICNG PEUNSTHER MENU KEYSTONE INPUT SOTNA/NDBY LACMOPV... displays. The menu appears. B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector.
... factory setting is shown as follows: ON/STANDBY 2 indicator 3 4,5,6 LAMP/ COVER ON/ STANDBY INPUT KEYSTONE MENU PUSH ENTER PIC MUTING COMMAND OFF ON INPUT A 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 MPUITICNG PEUNSTHER MENU KEYSTONE INPUT SOTNA/NDBY LACMOPV... displays. The menu appears. B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector.
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...setting menu, in an adjustment menu or in yellow. 3 Select an item. Picture Signal Function Installation Setup V Keystone: Side Shot: Image Flip: Background: Lamp Mode: IR Receiver: ID Mode: Direct Power On: High Altitude Mode: Information Sel: Auto 0 Off Blue Standard Front & Rear All Off Off Set:...menu Next menu window Items that can be an item that VPL-CX155 is mainly used for VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150 and VPL-CX155 all together in this manual. B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is equipped with no main menu, or in the next ...
...setting menu, in an adjustment menu or in yellow. 3 Select an item. Picture Signal Function Installation Setup V Keystone: Side Shot: Image Flip: Background: Lamp Mode: IR Receiver: ID Mode: Direct Power On: High Altitude Mode: Information Sel: Auto 0 Off Blue Standard Front & Rear All Off Off Set:...menu Next menu window Items that can be an item that VPL-CX155 is mainly used for VPL-CX100, VPL-CX120, VPL-CX125, VPL-CX150 and VPL-CX155 all together in this manual. B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU The projector is equipped with no main menu, or in the next ...
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... press the RESET key on the Remote Commander. Unadjustable items Items that can be adjusted, depending on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is not memorized. appears on the screen and the setting of the Picture menu. • "Dot Phase," "H Size," and "Shift... Signal..." Note The resetting item of the settings The settings are not displayed on the "Adjust Picture..." menu of the Signal menu Storage of the Lamp timer setting is pressed. If no input signal, "Cannot adjust this item."
... press the RESET key on the Remote Commander. Unadjustable items Items that can be adjusted, depending on the input signal, are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is not memorized. appears on the screen and the setting of the Picture menu. • "Dot Phase," "H Size," and "Shift... Signal..." Note The resetting item of the settings The settings are not displayed on the "Adjust Picture..." menu of the Signal menu Storage of the Lamp timer setting is pressed. If no input signal, "Cannot adjust this item."
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The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. • Standby: The projector goes into Power Saving mode. When it is on the security lock function, which locks the projector once a password has been set to "Low", the network presentation and the network control ... "Panel Key Lock" is automatically set to standby mode when the power is in standby mode, and turns the projector to "Off." Off • Lamp off: The lamp goes off if no signal is set . Setting items Power Saving Panel Key Lock Security Lock Functions Initial setting Selects...
The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. • Standby: The projector goes into Power Saving mode. When it is on the security lock function, which locks the projector once a password has been set to "Low", the network presentation and the network control ... "Panel Key Lock" is automatically set to standby mode when the power is in standby mode, and turns the projector to "Off." Off • Lamp off: The lamp goes off if no signal is set . Setting items Power Saving Panel Key Lock Security Lock Functions Initial setting Selects...
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...Sets a lower value. Standard Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. When the bottom of the projector. • Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors. • Front: Activates the front detector only. • Rear:... Sel: Auto 0 Off Blue Standard Front & Rear All Off Off Set: Exit: Setting items V Keystone Side Shot (VPL-CX125/ CX155 only) Image Flip Background Lamp Mode IR Receiver Functions Initial setting Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. When the left side ( ) Set...
...Sets a lower value. Standard Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the screen horizontally and/or vertically. When the bottom of the projector. • Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors. • Front: Activates the front detector only. • Rear:... Sel: Auto 0 Off Blue Standard Front & Rear All Off Off Set: Exit: Setting items V Keystone Side Shot (VPL-CX125/ CX155 only) Image Flip Background Lamp Mode IR Receiver Functions Initial setting Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. When the left side ( ) Set...
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...High Altitude Set to "On" at an altitude of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. You can control all the projectors with the ID MODE key set to the projector when you can turn the Off power on the room temperature or the screen angle. • If High Altitude Mode ... the projector with the Remote Commander with the Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the lamp may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending on /off the power just by unplugging the power cord without pressing the ?/1 key. Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode (VPL-CX125/ CX155...
...High Altitude Set to "On" at an altitude of Off Mode 1,500 m or higher. You can control all the projectors with the ID MODE key set to the projector when you can turn the Off power on the room temperature or the screen angle. • If High Altitude Mode ... the projector with the Remote Commander with the Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the lamp may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending on /off the power just by unplugging the power cord without pressing the ?/1 key. Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode (VPL-CX125/ CX155...
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English Input-A Signal Sel. When the "Auto" is selected, the type of the input signal. Auto Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer. - 42 The Setup Menu On display) When set to Auto, select the item according to the input signal. Auto Color... are: English, Nederlands, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español, Português, , Svenska, Norsk, , , , and . If you select "Auto," the projector detects the color system of the input signal is selected, the color system cannot be detected. If "Auto" is PAL60, select "PAL." When the color...
English Input-A Signal Sel. When the "Auto" is selected, the type of the input signal. Auto Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer. - 42 The Setup Menu On display) When set to Auto, select the item according to the input signal. Auto Color... are: English, Nederlands, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español, Português, , Svenska, Norsk, , , , and . If you select "Auto," the projector detects the color system of the input signal is selected, the color system cannot be detected. If "Auto" is PAL60, select "PAL." When the color...
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... Displays the horizontal frequency of an input signal) Signal type Setting items fH fV Memory No. Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on the projector. • You cannot change the displays listed above. Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal. The displayed value...Horizontal frequency and Vertical frequency may not be displayed depending on the input signal used on . Displays the preset memory number of the lamp. The Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the input signal and ...
... Displays the horizontal frequency of an input signal) Signal type Setting items fH fV Memory No. Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on the projector. • You cannot change the displays listed above. Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal. The displayed value...Horizontal frequency and Vertical frequency may not be displayed depending on the input signal used on . Displays the preset memory number of the lamp. The Information Menu The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the input signal and ...
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..., flammable objects, etc. B Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as the replacement lamp. Replace this lamp with the Phillips screwdriver (a), hold the lamp cover so it is a consumable product. Note If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified Sony personnel for the lamp to the projector. appears on the screen. • The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in red. (Repetition rate...
..., flammable objects, etc. B Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as the replacement lamp. Replace this lamp with the Phillips screwdriver (a), hold the lamp cover so it is a consumable product. Note If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified Sony personnel for the lamp to the projector. appears on the screen. • The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in red. (Repetition rate...
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... . (Page 50) 7 Connect the power cord. is initialized to local, state and federal laws. 46 Replacing the Lamp If not, the projector cannot be regulated due to attach the lamp cover securely as it was. Note To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of these materials may...: 12Select "Yes" with the V key, and then press the ENTER key. is not secured properly. 6 Restore the lamp cover to page 47 for "Cleaning the Air Filter". Disposal of the projector or on . 9 Press the MENU key, and then select the Setup menu. For disposal or recycling information, please contact...
... . (Page 50) 7 Connect the power cord. is initialized to local, state and federal laws. 46 Replacing the Lamp If not, the projector cannot be regulated due to attach the lamp cover securely as it was. Note To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of these materials may...: 12Select "Yes" with the V key, and then press the ENTER key. is not secured properly. 6 Restore the lamp cover to page 47 for "Cleaning the Air Filter". Disposal of the projector or on . 9 Press the MENU key, and then select the Setup menu. For disposal or recycling information, please contact...
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... is a difference between the front and rear of the projector or on the remote commander. 3 Remove the air filter from the air filter, replace the air filter with a vacuum cleaner. the power can not be cleaned whenever you replace the lamp. Claws Maintenance 4 Clean the air filter with the grid... to attach the air filter cover firmly; For details on new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnnel. • Be sure to clean the air filter will vary depending on the environment or how the projector is not inserted securely. (Page 50) • To erase a message, press any key ...
... is a difference between the front and rear of the projector or on the remote commander. 3 Remove the air filter from the air filter, replace the air filter with a vacuum cleaner. the power can not be cleaned whenever you replace the lamp. Claws Maintenance 4 Clean the air filter with the grid... to attach the air filter cover firmly; For details on new air filter, consult with qualified Sony personnnel. • Be sure to clean the air filter will vary depending on the environment or how the projector is not inserted securely. (Page 50) • To erase a message, press any key ...