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.... Short focus lens equipped (VPLCS6/CX6 only) This projector is equipped with a short focus lens that converts the input signal within 1024 × 768 dots (VPL-CX6/EX1) or 800 × 600 dots (VPL-CS6) . • Compatible input signals Notes This projector accepts video signals of • The unit ... performs the setups required before use. This is manufactured using This projector has a build-in the soft case, do not drop the unit or subject it to shock, as VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA1) and SXGA+1) signals, which all other than placing on page 10. soft case....
.... Short focus lens equipped (VPLCS6/CX6 only) This projector is equipped with a short focus lens that converts the input signal within 1024 × 768 dots (VPL-CX6/EX1) or 800 × 600 dots (VPL-CS6) . • Compatible input signals Notes This projector accepts video signals of • The unit ... performs the setups required before use. This is manufactured using This projector has a build-in the soft case, do not drop the unit or subject it to shock, as VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA1) and SXGA+1) signals, which all other than placing on page 10. soft case....
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...(Projector Station)5) supplied with the projector from a computer operated with approximately 480,000 pixels provide a resolution of 2000 ANSI lumen (VPL-CX6), 1800 ANSI lumen (VPLCS6) or 1500 ANSI lumen (VPL-EX1). • High resolution For VPL-CX6/EX1: Three superhighaperture 0.7-inch XGA ...micro-lens array, provide a resolution of Video Electronics Standard Association. • Memory Stick and are supplied with the VPL-CS6/CX6. 5) The application software (Projector Station) can use Remote Commander The Remote Commander is equipped with the VPL-CX6 only. • Windows is a ...
...(Projector Station)5) supplied with the projector from a computer operated with approximately 480,000 pixels provide a resolution of 2000 ANSI lumen (VPL-CX6), 1800 ANSI lumen (VPLCS6) or 1500 ANSI lumen (VPL-EX1). • High resolution For VPL-CX6/EX1: Three superhighaperture 0.7-inch XGA ...micro-lens array, provide a resolution of Video Electronics Standard Association. • Memory Stick and are supplied with the VPL-CS6/CX6. 5) The application software (Projector Station) can use Remote Commander The Remote Commander is equipped with the VPL-CX6 only. • Windows is a ...
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.... For details on the LAMP/COVER and the TEMP/FAN indicators, see on page 46. 3 TILT adjustment key For details, see "To turn on the projector with the I / 1 key twice following conditions: - The ON/ STANDBY indicator around the I / 1 key. During this time, you cannot light up or ... after the power is turned off. Lights in standby mode, you press the key, the input signal switches as follows: INPUT A t MS t VIDEO t S VIDEO (VPL-CX6 only) 5 Lens protector (lens cover) The lens protector automatically opens when the power is turned on the screen, or press and hold the key ...
.... For details on the LAMP/COVER and the TEMP/FAN indicators, see on page 46. 3 TILT adjustment key For details, see "To turn on the projector with the I / 1 key twice following conditions: - The ON/ STANDBY indicator around the I / 1 key. During this time, you cannot light up or ... after the power is turned off. Lights in standby mode, you press the key, the input signal switches as follows: INPUT A t MS t VIDEO t S VIDEO (VPL-CX6 only) 5 Lens protector (lens cover) The lens protector automatically opens when the power is turned on the screen, or press and hold the key ...
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...Control Panel ACCESS AUDIO INPUT A POWER SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER PRO AUDIO ACCESS INPUT A 1 POWER SAVING MENU 2 PUSH ENTER VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN 3 LAMP/COVER 4 56 1 POWER SAVING indicator Lights up when temperature inside the projector becomes unusually high. - Flashes when the lamp ...power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key does not function for 10 minutes. Lights up when the projector is in the SET SETTING menu is pressed. Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. When "Power Saving...
...Control Panel ACCESS AUDIO INPUT A POWER SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER PRO AUDIO ACCESS INPUT A 1 POWER SAVING MENU 2 PUSH ENTER VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN 3 LAMP/COVER 4 56 1 POWER SAVING indicator Lights up when temperature inside the projector becomes unusually high. - Flashes when the lamp ...power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key does not function for 10 minutes. Lights up when the projector is in the SET SETTING menu is pressed. Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. When "Power Saving...
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...computer. Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as a VCR. • VIDEO (phono type): Connects to the composite video output of video equipment. • S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin): Connects to the S video output (Y/C video output) of Controls GB Overview 2 USB connector (USB plug for Memory Stick. 4 ...Connect to the USB connector on the control panel function identically. For VPL-CS6/VPL-CX6 qg qf qd FREEZE MS SLIDE I / 1 (on the screen. Normally set to the Memory Stick. When you connect the projector to the computer, you can control the mouse function with the ...
...computer. Remote Commander The keys that have the same names as a VCR. • VIDEO (phono type): Connects to the composite video output of video equipment. • S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin): Connects to the S video output (Y/C video output) of Controls GB Overview 2 USB connector (USB plug for Memory Stick. 4 ...Connect to the USB connector on the control panel function identically. For VPL-CS6/VPL-CX6 qg qf qd FREEZE MS SLIDE I / 1 (on the screen. Normally set to the Memory Stick. When you connect the projector to the computer, you can control the mouse function with the ...
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...SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER to monitor output HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) Computer Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)a) to audio output USB cable (supplied only VPL-CS6/CX6) (Connect the USB cable to the projector using .... 1 USB hub (general use) (VPL-CX6 only) 2 USB human interface device (wireless mouse function) 3 USB human interface device (projector control function) (VPL-CX6 only) Recommended operating environment When you use the projector in suspend, standby mode, disconnect the projector from the USB port on a computer ...
...SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER to monitor output HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) Computer Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)a) to audio output USB cable (supplied only VPL-CS6/CX6) (Connect the USB cable to the projector using .... 1 USB hub (general use) (VPL-CX6 only) 2 USB human interface device (wireless mouse function) 3 USB human interface device (projector control function) (VPL-CX6 only) Recommended operating environment When you use the projector in suspend, standby mode, disconnect the projector from the USB port on a computer ...
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...ACCESS INPUT A POWER SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)a) to S video output VCR 20 GB Connecting the Projector Connecting with video output connector of a type having... two rows of the equipment you connect a USB capable Macintosh computer using the USB cable to the projector, wireless mouse functions become available. ...
...ACCESS INPUT A POWER SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)a) to S video output VCR 20 GB Connecting the Projector Connecting with video output connector of a type having... two rows of the equipment you connect a USB capable Macintosh computer using the USB cable to the projector, wireless mouse functions become available. ...
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Setting Up and Projecting To connect a 15k RGB/Component equipment Left side PRO AUDIO ACCESS INPUT A POWER SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied) HD D-sub 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack Stereo audio connecting ... you connect the unit to the input signal. • When you input the external sync signal from 15k RGB/component equipment. 21 Connecting the Projector GB setting in the INPUT SETTING menu according to 15k RGB or component video equipment, select video GBR or component with the "Input-A Signal Sel."
Setting Up and Projecting To connect a 15k RGB/Component equipment Left side PRO AUDIO ACCESS INPUT A POWER SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied) HD D-sub 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack Stereo audio connecting ... you connect the unit to the input signal. • When you input the external sync signal from 15k RGB/component equipment. 21 Connecting the Projector GB setting in the INPUT SETTING menu according to 15k RGB or component video equipment, select video GBR or component with the "Input-A Signal Sel."
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... ACCESS INPUT A POWER SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER FREEZE MS SLIDE I / 1 KEYSTONE INPUT APA MENU PIC ENTER MUTING For VPL-CS6/CX6 For VPL-EX1 1 Open the connector panel, then plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. 2 Press the I / 1 key to turn on the projector. 3 Press the MENU key. PICTURE...
... ACCESS INPUT A POWER SAVING MENU VIDEO S VIDEO TEMP/FAN PUSH ENTER LAMP/COVER FREEZE MS SLIDE I / 1 KEYSTONE INPUT APA MENU PIC ENTER MUTING For VPL-CS6/CX6 For VPL-EX1 1 Open the connector panel, then plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. 2 Press the I / 1 key to turn on the projector. 3 Press the MENU key. PICTURE...
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...• The Smart APA is set to the S VIDEO input connector VIDEO S VIDEO Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) adjusts the picture of the picture using the Remote Commander, press the KEYSTONE key (VPL-CS6/CX6) or the D KEYSTONE key (VPL-EX1) on the Remote Commander to select the input...to the INPUT A connector INPUT A Memory Stick inserted to the Memory Stick slot MS (VPL-CX6 only) Video equipment connected to the VIDEO input connector Video equipment connected to "On," the projector searches for the signals from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input ...
...• The Smart APA is set to the S VIDEO input connector VIDEO S VIDEO Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) adjusts the picture of the picture using the Remote Commander, press the KEYSTONE key (VPL-CS6/CX6) or the D KEYSTONE key (VPL-EX1) on the Remote Commander to select the input...to the INPUT A connector INPUT A Memory Stick inserted to the Memory Stick slot MS (VPL-CX6 only) Video equipment connected to the VIDEO input connector Video equipment connected to "On," the projector searches for the signals from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the input ...
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... the , or ENTER key. Input signal setting indicator For Input A: Shows "Computer," "Component" or "Video GBR." The menu appears. Display items Input signal indicator Video NTSC 3.58 Input signal setting indicator Picture adjustment menu Contrast Input signal indicator Shows the selected input channel. The...32 Using the MENU B Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu Using the MENU The projector is equipped with setting items appear. x is displayed when no signal is shown as a yellow button. For Video/S Video input: Shows "Auto" or the "Color System" setting in the MENU SETTING...
... the , or ENTER key. Input signal setting indicator For Input A: Shows "Computer," "Component" or "Video GBR." The menu appears. Display items Input signal indicator Video NTSC 3.58 Input signal setting indicator Picture adjustment menu Contrast Input signal indicator Shows the selected input channel. The...32 Using the MENU B Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu Using the MENU The projector is equipped with setting items appear. x is displayed when no signal is shown as a yellow button. For Video/S Video input: Shows "Auto" or the "Color System" setting in the MENU SETTING...
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...INPUT SETTING Menu The INPUT SETTING menu is used for profit or for images that contain lots of text. When the video signal is input INPUT SETTING Wide Mode: Off Video When the RGB signal is input. On: When the picture with ratio 4:3 is input INPUT SETTING Input A Adjust ...Signal... Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for public viewing, modifying the original picture The INPUT SETTING Menu 35 GB Items that if the projector is input. ...
...INPUT SETTING Menu The INPUT SETTING menu is used for profit or for images that contain lots of text. When the video signal is input INPUT SETTING Wide Mode: Off Video When the RGB signal is input. On: When the picture with ratio 4:3 is input INPUT SETTING Input A Adjust ...Signal... Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for public viewing, modifying the original picture The INPUT SETTING Menu 35 GB Items that if the projector is input. ...
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..., it will not be seen clearly. When set to "On." Macintosh 21" 27 1456 Sony News 36 1708 PC-9821 36 1280 × 1024 1600 WS Sunmicro 37 1664 Note When... the aspect ratio of input signal is other than 4:3, a part of the projector. SET SETTING Input A Smar t APA: On Auto Input Search: Off Input-A Signal Sel.: Computer Color System...Mac-2 23 1312 SGI-1 23 1320 Macintosh 19" 25 1328 The following order: Input-A/ MS(VPL-CX6 only)/Video/S-Video. On: Normally select this setting. The SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is input from ...
..., it will not be seen clearly. When set to "On." Macintosh 21" 27 1456 Sony News 36 1708 PC-9821 36 1280 × 1024 1600 WS Sunmicro 37 1664 Note When... the aspect ratio of input signal is other than 4:3, a part of the projector. SET SETTING Input A Smar t APA: On Auto Input Search: Off Input-A Signal Sel.: Computer Color System...Mac-2 23 1312 SGI-1 23 1320 Macintosh 19" 25 1328 The following order: Input-A/ MS(VPL-CX6 only)/Video/S-Video. On: Normally select this setting. The SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is input from ...
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...input. Front&Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors. Illumination Selects whether the SONY logo on -screen displays. If you select "Auto," the projector detects the color system of the on the rear of the projector lights when the projector is "On". Language Selects the language used for the menus, a message when turning... darkness or if the illuminated logo is distorted or colorless, select the color system according to the input signal. Selects the computer, component or video GBR signal input from Black or White. Menu Position Selects the display position of the...
...input. Front&Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors. Illumination Selects whether the SONY logo on -screen displays. If you select "Auto," the projector detects the color system of the on the rear of the projector lights when the projector is "On". Language Selects the language used for the menus, a message when turning... darkness or if the illuminated logo is distorted or colorless, select the color system according to the input signal. Selects the computer, component or video GBR signal input from Black or White. Menu Position Selects the display position of the...
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... 18). • The audio connecting cable is set to "Off." c Select "Computer," "Video GBR" or "Component" correctly according to the input signal (see page 36). menu properly (see page 41). c Leave the projector for about two hours with a new one (see page 34). • The lamp has ...burnt or dims. c Replace the lamp with the power on . Maintenance Symptom Cause and Remedy The picture from INPUT A. • Setting of "Input-A Signal Sel." c Select "Computer," "Video GBR" or "Component...
... 18). • The audio connecting cable is set to "Off." c Select "Computer," "Video GBR" or "Component" correctly according to the input signal (see page 36). menu properly (see page 41). c Leave the projector for about two hours with a new one (see page 34). • The lamp has ...burnt or dims. c Replace the lamp with the power on . Maintenance Symptom Cause and Remedy The picture from INPUT A. • Setting of "Input-A Signal Sel." c Select "Computer," "Video GBR" or "Component...
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...of the projector. Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel VPL-CS6: Superhigh-aperture 0.7-inch SVGA panel, 1,440,000 pixels (480,000 pixels × 3) VPL-CX6/EX1: Superhigh- Applicable video signals 15 kHz RGB/component 50/60 Hz, composite video, S video Speaker ... 150-inch: 5.9 to 7.2 m (19.4 to 92 Hz (Maximum input signal resolution: XGA 1024 × 768 fV: 85 Hz (VPL-CS6), SXGA+ 1400 × 1050 fV: 60 Hz (VPL-CX6/EX1) 1) Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within...
...of the projector. Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel VPL-CS6: Superhigh-aperture 0.7-inch SVGA panel, 1,440,000 pixels (480,000 pixels × 3) VPL-CX6/EX1: Superhigh- Applicable video signals 15 kHz RGB/component 50/60 Hz, composite video, S video Speaker ... 150-inch: 5.9 to 7.2 m (19.4 to 92 Hz (Maximum input signal resolution: XGA 1024 × 768 fV: 85 Hz (VPL-CS6), SXGA+ 1400 × 1050 fV: 60 Hz (VPL-CX6/EX1) 1) Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within...