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... The MENU SETTING Menu ...........31 The INSTALL SETTING Menu .......32 The INFORMATION Menu 34 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 12 Connecting the Projector 13 Connecting a Computer 13 Connecting a VCR 14 Projecting 15 Turning Off the Power 18 Convenient Functions Selecting the... the Computer Using the Supplied Presentation Tool (When Using the Air Shot) (VPL-CX76 only 22 Off & Go Function 22 Effective Tools for Your Presentation 23 2 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 36 Cleaning the Air Filter 38 Others Troubleshooting 39 Messages List 42 Specifications 44...
... The MENU SETTING Menu ...........31 The INSTALL SETTING Menu .......32 The INFORMATION Menu 34 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 12 Connecting the Projector 13 Connecting a Computer 13 Connecting a VCR 14 Projecting 15 Turning Off the Power 18 Convenient Functions Selecting the... the Computer Using the Supplied Presentation Tool (When Using the Air Shot) (VPL-CX76 only 22 Off & Go Function 22 Effective Tools for Your Presentation 23 2 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 36 Cleaning the Air Filter 38 Others Troubleshooting 39 Messages List 42 Specifications 44...
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...allows the 165 W UHP lamp to "Operating Instructions for "Memory Stick"" and "Projector Station for video input. Variety of network presentations (VPL-CX76 only) Air Shot Air Shot features data transmission from the projector. A Simple Mode is ...projector supports the Side Shot feature (horizontal trapezoidal correction function), enabling projection from the side of 2500 ANSI lumen (VPL-CX76), 2000 ANSI lumen (VPL-CX70). Features High brightness, high picture quality High brightness Adopting Sony's unique optical system that does not require the setting up of the network and wireless...
...allows the 165 W UHP lamp to "Operating Instructions for "Memory Stick"" and "Projector Station for video input. Variety of network presentations (VPL-CX76 only) Air Shot Air Shot features data transmission from the projector. A Simple Mode is ...projector supports the Side Shot feature (horizontal trapezoidal correction function), enabling projection from the side of 2500 ANSI lumen (VPL-CX76), 2000 ANSI lumen (VPL-CX70). Features High brightness, high picture quality High brightness Adopting Sony's unique optical system that does not require the setting up of the network and wireless...
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.... • VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation, U.S.A. • Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group....Sony Corporation. • Air Shot is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Side Shot is disconnected. System expandability using a network (VPL-CX76 only) Connection to a wireless LAN allows you to move the projector...lamp and error information to the address set beforehand and corresponds to control the projector away from operating incorrectly. Features 5 This prevents the projector...
.... • VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation, U.S.A. • Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group....Sony Corporation. • Air Shot is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Side Shot is disconnected. System expandability using a network (VPL-CX76 only) Connection to a wireless LAN allows you to move the projector...lamp and error information to the address set beforehand and corresponds to control the projector away from operating incorrectly. Features 5 This prevents the projector...
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... hand near the ventilation holes as this may cause injury. • To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter every 500 hours. j Ventilation holes (intake)/Lamp cover k Ventilation holes (intake) l Speaker m Security lock Connects to the right or left for minor tilt adjustment of Controls d Powered tilt adjuster e Ventilation holes (exhaust...
... hand near the ventilation holes as this may cause injury. • To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter every 500 hours. j Ventilation holes (intake)/Lamp cover k Ventilation holes (intake) l Speaker m Security lock Connects to the right or left for minor tilt adjustment of Controls d Powered tilt adjuster e Ventilation holes (exhaust...
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... is in standby mode. e MENU key Displays the on page 49. Control Panel a ?/1 (On/Standby) key Turns on the projector when the projector is broken. • LAMP/COVER Lights or flashes under the following conditions: - Also, flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is ..." on with the ?/1 key. For details, see page 18. j Status indicators • POWER SAVING Lights when the projector is turned off with the ?/1 key. - Lights when the lamp has reached the end of the picture. The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power is ready to operate...
... is in standby mode. e MENU key Displays the on page 49. Control Panel a ?/1 (On/Standby) key Turns on the projector when the projector is broken. • LAMP/COVER Lights or flashes under the following conditions: - Also, flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is ..." on with the ?/1 key. For details, see page 18. j Status indicators • POWER SAVING Lights when the projector is turned off with the ?/1 key. - Lights when the lamp has reached the end of the picture. The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power is ready to operate...
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...page 13 and "Connecting a VCR" on the CD-ROM). d Memory Stick slot (for Air Shot (stored on page 14. When you connect the projector to the computer, you use a "Memory Stick Duo", do not attach the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor to the output connector of this slot. f INPUT ...the supplied Remote Commander. Note Remove the wireless LAN card from video equipment or a computer, connect via e USB connector (USB plug for "Memory Stick"" stored on the connected equipment. Flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is lit. a Access lamp (VPL-CX76 only) Lights during access to the ...
...page 13 and "Connecting a VCR" on the CD-ROM). d Memory Stick slot (for Air Shot (stored on page 14. When you connect the projector to the computer, you use a "Memory Stick Duo", do not attach the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor to the output connector of this slot. f INPUT ...the supplied Remote Commander. Note Remove the wireless LAN card from video equipment or a computer, connect via e USB connector (USB plug for "Memory Stick"" stored on the connected equipment. Flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is lit. a Access lamp (VPL-CX76 only) Lights during access to the ...
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...displayed on the screen. • You can be operated only with the Remote Commander. Front & Rear Selects whether the SONY logo on the top panel of the On projector lights when the projector is on the front and rear of input signal. • Adjust the "Dot Phase," "H Size," and "Shift... will be adjusted properly depending on the type of the projector. • Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors. • Front: Activates the front detector only. • Rear: Activates the rear detector only. Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. To lock ...
...displayed on the screen. • You can be operated only with the Remote Commander. Front & Rear Selects whether the SONY logo on the top panel of the On projector lights when the projector is on the front and rear of input signal. • Adjust the "Dot Phase," "H Size," and "Shift... will be adjusted properly depending on the type of the projector. • Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors. • Front: Activates the front detector only. • Rear: Activates the rear detector only. Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. To lock ...
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...the INSTALL SETTING Tilt... V Keystone: Auto Side Shot: 0 Auto Focus: On Image Flip: Off Background: Blue Test Pattern: Off Lamp Mode: Standard Lens Control: On High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Input-A Setting items Tilt... V Keystone Side Shot Auto Focus... Image Flip Background Test Pattern Lamp Mode Functions Initial setting Adjusts the position (height) of the projector. Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. Select "Auto" for automatic correction, or ...
...the INSTALL SETTING Tilt... V Keystone: Auto Side Shot: 0 Auto Focus: On Image Flip: Off Background: Blue Test Pattern: Off Lamp Mode: Standard Lens Control: On High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Input-A Setting items Tilt... V Keystone Side Shot Auto Focus... Image Flip Background Test Pattern Lamp Mode Functions Initial setting Adjusts the position (height) of the projector. Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. Select "Auto" for automatic correction, or ...
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The displayed value is approximate. Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on the screen. The INFORMATION Menu The INFORMATION menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the ... signal. The displayed value is approximate. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be altered. 34 The INFORMATION Menu INFORMATION VPL-CX76 fH: fV: Lamp Timer: Input A Serial No. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 48,47kHz 60,00Hz No.23 1024x768 2 H Model name Serial number Memory number of an input signal Signal type Setting...
The displayed value is approximate. Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on the screen. The INFORMATION Menu The INFORMATION menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the ... signal. The displayed value is approximate. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be altered. 34 The INFORMATION Menu INFORMATION VPL-CX76 fH: fV: Lamp Timer: Input A Serial No. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 48,47kHz 60,00Hz No.23 1024x768 2 H Model name Serial number Memory number of an input signal Signal type Setting...
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Use of use. Notes • If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified for the lamp to cool. Turn the projector over . 3 Open the lamp cover by the handle (c). B Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as the replacement lamp. Thus replace the lamp with the Phillips screwdriver (a). If you touch the lamp, you may burn your finger. Fold out the...
Use of use. Notes • If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified for the lamp to cool. Turn the projector over . 3 Open the lamp cover by the handle (c). B Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as the replacement lamp. Thus replace the lamp with the Phillips screwdriver (a). If you touch the lamp, you may burn your finger. Fold out the...
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...in the following keys on . 7 Turn the projector back over. 8 Connect the power cord. Note Be sure to touch the glass surface of the lamp. • The power will not turn on if the lamp is securely in place (a). Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA This product contains... careful not to attach the lamp cover securely as it was. Fold down the handle to avoid electrical shock or fire. Caution Do not put your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance (http://www.eiae.org). Tighten the two screws (b). If not, the projector cannot be regulated if sold ...
...in the following keys on . 7 Turn the projector back over. 8 Connect the power cord. Note Be sure to touch the glass surface of the lamp. • The power will not turn on if the lamp is securely in place (a). Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA This product contains... careful not to attach the lamp cover securely as it was. Fold down the handle to avoid electrical shock or fire. Caution Do not put your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance (http://www.eiae.org). Tighten the two screws (b). If not, the projector cannot be regulated if sold ...
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...The B key is activated (VPL-CX76 only). Both the LAMP/COVER The electrical system has broken down . light up. The powered tilt adjuster and the lens protector do not close. The AC power cord was unplugged with the power of the projector, then turn it is necessary ...picture. c Check that the proper connections have been made (see page 38). If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. c This projector is compatible with qualified Sony personnel. c Attach the air filter cover securely (see page 13). • The connections are wrong. c Select the...
...The B key is activated (VPL-CX76 only). Both the LAMP/COVER The electrical system has broken down . light up. The powered tilt adjuster and the lens protector do not close. The AC power cord was unplugged with the power of the projector, then turn it is necessary ...picture. c Check that the proper connections have been made (see page 38). If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. c This projector is compatible with qualified Sony personnel. c Attach the air filter cover securely (see page 13). • The connections are wrong. c Select the...
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...Select "Computer," "Video GBR" or "Component" correctly according to match the color system being input (see page 26). • The projector is out of pixels on the LCD panel. Color balance is dim. The picture is not clear. • The picture is set to "On" (see page 36). ...Status" on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted properly. The picture is colored strangely. c Leave the projector for about two hours with a new one (see page 32). c Replace the lamp with the power on the combination of the number of dots input from INPUT A. c Adjust "Shift" on...
...Select "Computer," "Video GBR" or "Component" correctly according to match the color system being input (see page 26). • The projector is out of pixels on the LCD panel. Color balance is dim. The picture is not clear. • The picture is set to "On" (see page 36). ...Status" on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted properly. The picture is colored strangely. c Leave the projector for about two hours with a new one (see page 32). c Replace the lamp with the power on the combination of the number of dots input from INPUT A. c Adjust "Shift" on...
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... high. flashes. c Check to "On." Switch to "On" (see page 36). • The lamp has reached a high temperature. If this message appears on the screen when using the projector at a high altitude. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Both the LAMP/COVER The electrical system has broken down . Message Meaning and Remedy High temp.! The...
... high. flashes. c Check to "On." Switch to "On" (see page 36). • The lamp has reached a high temperature. If this message appears on the screen when using the projector at a high altitude. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Both the LAMP/COVER The electrical system has broken down . Message Meaning and Remedy High temp.! The...
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...steps 8 and 9 on page 37. The panel keys are locked. Others Troubleshooting 43 Please replace the Lamp. correctly (see page 30). c Press the appropriate key. c Perform the operation of the projector or on the INSTALL SETTING menu is time to "On." Message Meaning and Remedy Not applicable! "...Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the computer is set to replace the lamp. Please clean the filter. Message Frequency is out of the acceptable range of the projector. Please check Input-A Signal Sel. Meaning and Remedy • This input signal cannot be ...
...steps 8 and 9 on page 37. The panel keys are locked. Others Troubleshooting 43 Please replace the Lamp. correctly (see page 30). c Press the appropriate key. c Perform the operation of the projector or on the INSTALL SETTING menu is time to "On." Message Meaning and Remedy Not applicable! "...Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the computer is set to replace the lamp. Please clean the filter. Message Frequency is out of the acceptable range of the projector. Please check Input-A Signal Sel. Meaning and Remedy • This input signal cannot be ...
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CX76) ANSI lumen1) 2000 lm (VPL- Electrical characteristics Color ...-p high impedance, positive/ negative VD: Vertical sync input: 1-5 Vp-p Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel 0.79-inch XGA panel, about 2,360,000 pixels (786,432 pixels × 3) Lens 1.2 ...Lamp 165 W UHP Projected picture size 40 to 92 Hz (Maximum input signal resolution: SXGA+ 1400 × 1050 fV: 60 Hz) 1) Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector...
CX76) ANSI lumen1) 2000 lm (VPL- Electrical characteristics Color ...-p high impedance, positive/ negative VD: Vertical sync input: 1-5 Vp-p Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel 0.79-inch XGA panel, about 2,360,000 pixels (786,432 pixels × 3) Lens 1.2 ...Lamp 165 W UHP Projected picture size 40 to 92 Hz (Maximum input signal resolution: SXGA+ 1400 × 1050 fV: 60 Hz) 1) Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector...
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... your nearest Sony dealer. high impedance, positive/ negative AUDIO Stereo minijack, 500 mVrms, input impedance 47 kilohms USB Up (female) × 1 Wireless LAN card slot (VPL-CX76 only) × 1 "Memory Stick" slot (VPL-CX76 only) ... (without notice. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-C161(for replacement) (1) CD-ROM (Application software and Operating instructions) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1) VPL-CX76 only Presentation tool (1) Size AAA (R03) batteries (2) Wireless LAN card (1) USB wireless LAN module (IFU- B type...
... your nearest Sony dealer. high impedance, positive/ negative AUDIO Stereo minijack, 500 mVrms, input impedance 47 kilohms USB Up (female) × 1 Wireless LAN card slot (VPL-CX76 only) × 1 "Memory Stick" slot (VPL-CX76 only) ... (without notice. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-C161(for replacement) (1) CD-ROM (Application software and Operating instructions) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1) VPL-CX76 only Presentation tool (1) Size AAA (R03) batteries (2) Wireless LAN card (1) USB wireless LAN module (IFU- B type...
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... angle of the screen. "Side Shot" and "V Keystone" Adjustments With "Side Shot" (horizontal keystone adjustment) provided for the projector, you can project the picture from the side of the projector in the "V Keystone" adjustment area b: "Side Shot" (H Keystone adjustment) area Others "Side Shot" and "V Keystone" Adjustments... 49 FOCUS - + ZOOM - + SIDE SHOT - + POWER SAVING TEMP/FAN LAMP/COVER SIDE SHOT - + SIDE ...
... angle of the screen. "Side Shot" and "V Keystone" Adjustments With "Side Shot" (horizontal keystone adjustment) provided for the projector, you can project the picture from the side of the projector in the "V Keystone" adjustment area b: "Side Shot" (H Keystone adjustment) area Others "Side Shot" and "V Keystone" Adjustments... 49 FOCUS - + ZOOM - + SIDE SHOT - + POWER SAVING TEMP/FAN LAMP/COVER SIDE SHOT - + SIDE ...
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... 27, 28 High Altitude Mode 33 Hue 26 I Illumination 30 Image Flip 32 Input-A Signal Sel 29 Input-B Select 29 Installation 12 L Lamp Mode 32, 33 Lamp replacement 36 Lamp Timer 34 Language 31 selecting the menu language 19 Lens Control 33 Lens protector 6 Location and function of controls connector panel 8 control panel...
... 27, 28 High Altitude Mode 33 Hue 26 I Illumination 30 Image Flip 32 Input-A Signal Sel 29 Input-B Select 29 Installation 12 L Lamp Mode 32, 33 Lamp replacement 36 Lamp Timer 34 Language 31 selecting the menu language 19 Lens Control 33 Lens protector 6 Location and function of controls connector panel 8 control panel...