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Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. © 2009 Sony Corporation VPL-DX10/DX11/DX15 Not all models are available in all countries and area. 4-128-127-12 (2) Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Please check with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. © 2009 Sony Corporation VPL-DX10/DX11/DX15 Not all models are available in all countries and area. 4-128-127-12 (2) Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
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...MT NL PL PT RO SK SI ES SE GB IS LI NO CH Bulgarian Czech Danish Dutch English VPL-DX15/Data Projector 1999/5/EC http://www.compliance.sony.de/. This equipment should be installed and operated with the essential requirements and other antenna or transmitter. ...For yderligere information gå ind på følgende hjemmeside: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Hierbij verklaart Sony Corporation dat het toestel VPL-DX15/Data Projector in the following URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/ 4 WARNING A. This product is intended to be co-located or operated in ...
...MT NL PL PT RO SK SI ES SE GB IS LI NO CH Bulgarian Czech Danish Dutch English VPL-DX15/Data Projector 1999/5/EC http://www.compliance.sony.de/. This equipment should be installed and operated with the essential requirements and other antenna or transmitter. ...For yderligere information gå ind på følgende hjemmeside: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Hierbij verklaart Sony Corporation dat het toestel VPL-DX15/Data Projector in the following URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/ 4 WARNING A. This product is intended to be co-located or operated in ...
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...the RLAN network is governed: - Para mayor información, por favor consulte el siguiente URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Härmed intygar Sony Corporation att denna VPL-DX15/Data Projector står I . 6A/ 2006). P.I . 6/2006 is required and Art. 105 indicates when free use...framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Podrobnosti získate na nasledovnej webovej adrese: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Sony Corporation izjavlja, da je ta VPL-DX15/Data Projector v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in France The WLAN feature of Electronic Communications"). with respect to private use...
...the RLAN network is governed: - Para mayor información, por favor consulte el siguiente URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Härmed intygar Sony Corporation att denna VPL-DX15/Data Projector står I . 6A/ 2006). P.I . 6/2006 is required and Art. 105 indicates when free use...framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Podrobnosti získate na nasledovnej webovej adrese: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Sony Corporation izjavlja, da je ta VPL-DX15/Data Projector v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in France The WLAN feature of Electronic Communications"). with respect to private use...
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.../Bottom 16 Control Panel 18 Connector Panel 19 Remote Commander 20 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 22 Connecting the Projector 22 Connecting a Computer 23 Connecting a VCR 24 Connecting to a Network (VPL-DX15 only 25 Connecting a USB memory (VPL-DX15 only 25 Projecting 25 Turning Off the Power 28 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language .......... 29... 38 Adjusting the Image Quality (Smart APA 39 Setting the Picture Mode 40 Starting the Network Function or the USB File Viewer With One Keypress (VPL-DX15 only 41
.../Bottom 16 Control Panel 18 Connector Panel 19 Remote Commander 20 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 22 Connecting the Projector 22 Connecting a Computer 23 Connecting a VCR 24 Connecting to a Network (VPL-DX15 only 25 Connecting a USB memory (VPL-DX15 only 25 Projecting 25 Turning Off the Power 28 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language .......... 29... 38 Adjusting the Image Quality (Smart APA 39 Setting the Picture Mode 40 Starting the Network Function or the USB File Viewer With One Keypress (VPL-DX15 only 41
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... The Function Menu 52 The Installation Menu 54 The Network Setting Menu (VPL-DX15 only 55 The Information Menu 56 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 58 Cleaning the Air Filter 60 Others Troubleshooting 61 Messages List 65 Specifications 66 Installing the Projector and Installation Diagram 70 Floor Installation (Front Projection 70 Ceiling Installation (Front...
... The Function Menu 52 The Installation Menu 54 The Network Setting Menu (VPL-DX15 only 55 The Information Menu 56 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 58 Cleaning the Air Filter 60 Others Troubleshooting 61 Messages List 65 Specifications 66 Installing the Projector and Installation Diagram 70 Floor Installation (Front Projection 70 Ceiling Installation (Front...
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... the lens. As incorrect maintenance may be removed with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any windows that the carpet and wall paper be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with mild detergent solution, followed by... of the cabinet or remove the indications on the lens, use these holes, or internal heat build-up may damage the finish of the projector, take care with ventilation holes (intake) at the bottom and ventilation holes (exhaust) at the side. Never pull the cord itself has...
... the lens. As incorrect maintenance may be removed with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with qualified Sony personnel. • Should any windows that the carpet and wall paper be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with mild detergent solution, followed by... of the cabinet or remove the indications on the lens, use these holes, or internal heat build-up may damage the finish of the projector, take care with ventilation holes (intake) at the bottom and ventilation holes (exhaust) at the side. Never pull the cord itself has...
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...in a location where the temperature may be turned off in contact with the message "High temp.! Notes on the LCD projector. Lamp off automatically after one projector to the next. Highly heated and humid • Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or... humidity is very high, or temperature is manufactured using high-precision technology. On LCD projector The LCD projector is very low. • To ...
...in a location where the temperature may be turned off in contact with the message "High temp.! Notes on the LCD projector. Lamp off automatically after one projector to the next. Highly heated and humid • Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or... humidity is very high, or temperature is manufactured using high-precision technology. On LCD projector The LCD projector is very low. • To ...
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.... B Overview About the Supplied Manuals The following manuals are supplied with the projector. This manual contains explanations for Network/ USB file Viewer (VPL-DX15 only) (on the CD-ROM. Operating Instructions (on the CDROM) (this projector. Operating Instructions for the VPL-DX10, VPL-DX11 and VPL-DX15 together. Manuals Safety Regulations (separately printed manual) This manual describes important...
.... B Overview About the Supplied Manuals The following manuals are supplied with the projector. This manual contains explanations for Network/ USB file Viewer (VPL-DX15 only) (on the CD-ROM. Operating Instructions (on the CDROM) (this projector. Operating Instructions for the VPL-DX10, VPL-DX11 and VPL-DX15 together. Manuals Safety Regulations (separately printed manual) This manual describes important...
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Check them before use. Main unit (projector) (1) Carrying case (1) RM-PJ6 Remote Commander (1) CR2025 Lithium battery (1) (installed in the Remote Commander) AC power cord (1) Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1) HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1) (1-791992-51/Sony) Included Attachments 15 Overview Included Attachments The package for this product includes the Main unit (projector) and the following attachments.
Check them before use. Main unit (projector) (1) Carrying case (1) RM-PJ6 Remote Commander (1) CR2025 Lithium battery (1) (installed in the Remote Commander) AC power cord (1) Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations (1) Security Label (1) HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1) (1-791992-51/Sony) Included Attachments 15 Overview Included Attachments The package for this product includes the Main unit (projector) and the following attachments.
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...with the ?/1 key. Also, flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is ready to operate. - Lights in green when the projector is not secured firmly. • A repetition rate of 3 flashes when the lamp has reached the end of its life or reaches a high temperature.... temperature is in orange under the following conditions: • A repetition rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover is ready to operate. Once the projector is high or the electrical system has failed. - c INPUT key Select the input signal. The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power ...
...with the ?/1 key. Also, flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is ready to operate. - Lights in green when the projector is not secured firmly. • A repetition rate of 3 flashes when the lamp has reached the end of its life or reaches a high temperature.... temperature is in orange under the following conditions: • A repetition rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover is ready to operate. Once the projector is high or the electrical system has failed. - c INPUT key Select the input signal. The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power ...
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Note The projector cannot be connected with USB connection. Connects to the audio output of video equipment. c Speaker Outputs sound from signals input via the AUDIO terminals. g AUDIO ...) Connects to the S video output (Y/C video output) of video equipment. b (USB) connector (type A) (VPL-DX15 only) Uses to view files saved on media with the computer by connecting the USB cable to the USB connector on the projector. d INPUT A (Analog RGB) connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) Inputs a computer signal, video GBR signal...
Note The projector cannot be connected with USB connection. Connects to the audio output of video equipment. c Speaker Outputs sound from signals input via the AUDIO terminals. g AUDIO ...) Connects to the S video output (Y/C video output) of video equipment. b (USB) connector (type A) (VPL-DX15 only) Uses to view files saved on media with the computer by connecting the USB cable to the USB connector on the projector. d INPUT A (Analog RGB) connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) Inputs a computer signal, video GBR signal...
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...key This function is starting up . o PIC MUTING key p AUDIO MUTING key q FREEZE key For pausing the projected image. key Press this projector. 20 Remote Commander g D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/- For details, see "Adjusting the Image Quality (Smart APA)" on page 31. Tilt ...Use it also for the adjusted item, and others. i Infrared transmitter j ?/1 (On/Standby) key k USB key One press of this projector. For details, see "Correcting the Trapezoidal Distortion Automatically (Auto V Keystone Correction)" on page 39. For details, refer to "Operating Instructions (For...
...key This function is starting up . o PIC MUTING key p AUDIO MUTING key q FREEZE key For pausing the projected image. key Press this projector. 20 Remote Commander g D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/- For details, see "Adjusting the Image Quality (Smart APA)" on page 31. Tilt ...Use it also for the adjusted item, and others. i Infrared transmitter j ?/1 (On/Standby) key k USB key One press of this projector. For details, see "Correcting the Trapezoidal Distortion Automatically (Auto V Keystone Correction)" on page 39. For details, refer to "Operating Instructions (For...
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Direct the Remote Commander toward the remote control detector. • The operation range is , the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes. Face the + side up. 3 Put the lithium battery holder back into the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other than CR2025. • Keep the .... CAUTION Danger of children. • Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Overview For details, see "To Freeze the Image Projected (Freeze)" on the projector.
Direct the Remote Commander toward the remote control detector. • The operation range is , the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes. Face the + side up. 3 Put the lithium battery holder back into the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other than CR2025. • Keep the .... CAUTION Danger of children. • Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Overview For details, see "To Freeze the Image Projected (Freeze)" on the projector.
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...Network/USB File Viewer" stored on the CD-ROM. 22 Installing the Projector / Connecting the Projector Connecting the Projector When you connect the projector, make sure to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself. For VPL-DX15, when connecting to a (Network) connector or (USB) connector, see... "Installing the Projector and Installation Diagram" on a floor or desktop (floor installation), but also can be suspended from a ceiling with a dedicated ...
...Network/USB File Viewer" stored on the CD-ROM. 22 Installing the Projector / Connecting the Projector Connecting the Projector When you connect the projector, make sure to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself. For VPL-DX15, when connecting to a (Network) connector or (USB) connector, see... "Installing the Projector and Installation Diagram" on a floor or desktop (floor installation), but also can be suspended from a ceiling with a dedicated ...
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... with a video output connector of a type having two rows of your computer. Connecting the Projector 23 Projecting the Picture Connecting a Computer This section describes how to connect the projector to audio output Computer A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance ...cable.) B HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) Notes • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, WXGA+, SXGA and SXGA+ signals. For more information, refer to XGA for the...
... with a video output connector of a type having two rows of your computer. Connecting the Projector 23 Projecting the Picture Connecting a Computer This section describes how to connect the projector to audio output Computer A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance ...cable.) B HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) Notes • The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, WXGA+, SXGA and SXGA+ signals. For more information, refer to XGA for the...
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setting on the Screen menu according to the input signal. • When you connect the projector to a video GBR output connector, select "Video GBR" or when you connect the projector to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting. To connect to a video output connector Rear... (male) ↔ 3 × phono plug Notes • Set the aspect ratio using "Aspect" on the Setup menu. 24 Connecting the Projector For more information, refer to a component output connector, select "Component" with the "Input-A Signal Sel." Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect...
setting on the Screen menu according to the input signal. • When you connect the projector to a video GBR output connector, select "Video GBR" or when you connect the projector to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting. To connect to a video output connector Rear... (male) ↔ 3 × phono plug Notes • Set the aspect ratio using "Aspect" on the Setup menu. 24 Connecting the Projector For more information, refer to a component output connector, select "Component" with the "Input-A Signal Sel." Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect...
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The ?/1 key lights in red and the projector goes into a wall outlet, then connect all equipment. Projecting 25 Projecting the Picture Connecting to a Network (VPL-DX15 only) To see how to connect a USB memory, refer to turn the power on the supplied CDROM. Connecting a USB memory (VPL-DX15 only) To see how to connect to a network...
The ?/1 key lights in red and the projector goes into a wall outlet, then connect all equipment. Projecting 25 Projecting the Picture Connecting to a Network (VPL-DX15 only) To see how to connect a USB memory, refer to turn the power on the supplied CDROM. Connecting a USB memory (VPL-DX15 only) To see how to connect to a network...
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... lower position of the picture and the focus. However, it manually. 26 Projecting VPL-DX10/DX11 Input-A Video S-Video VPL-DX15 Input-A Network USB S-Video Video Input signal indicator Shows the selected input channel. 3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector. 4 Move the lens shutter lever to display "V Keystone" on the screen, and...
... lower position of the picture and the focus. However, it manually. 26 Projecting VPL-DX10/DX11 Input-A Video S-Video VPL-DX15 Input-A Network USB S-Video Video Input signal indicator Shows the selected input channel. 3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector. 4 Move the lens shutter lever to display "V Keystone" on the screen, and...
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...LCD type, you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys (e.g., , etc.), or by changing your computer's settings. When USB is selected, the confirmation display to show disconnection with USB memory appears. When Network or USB is selected (VPL-DX15... the network equipment appears. In VPL-DX15, if there is no input signal, "Network" is a computer signal, APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) functions automatically to adjust the image from the connected equipment for switching the computer to output to the projector. For details, see "Adjusting ...
...LCD type, you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys (e.g., , etc.), or by changing your computer's settings. When USB is selected, the confirmation display to show disconnection with USB memory appears. When Network or USB is selected (VPL-DX15... the network equipment appears. In VPL-DX15, if there is no input signal, "Network" is a computer signal, APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) functions automatically to adjust the image from the connected equipment for switching the computer to output to the projector. For details, see "Adjusting ...
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...The menu currently selected is English. The selected menu appears. To change the menu language, proceed as a yellow button. 80 50 50 50 Low 30 (VPL-DX15) 4 Press the v or V key to select the Setup menu, then press the B or ENTER key. The ?/1 key flashes in green, and...the Menu Language 29 B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of seventeen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector. Convenient Functions 3 INPUT NETWORK USB MENU APA 2 ENTER RESET KEYSTONE AUTO FOCUS LENS /TILT PIC MUTING D ZOOM VOLUME FREEZE AUDIO MUTING ...
...The menu currently selected is English. The selected menu appears. To change the menu language, proceed as a yellow button. 80 50 50 50 Low 30 (VPL-DX15) 4 Press the v or V key to select the Setup menu, then press the B or ENTER key. The ?/1 key flashes in green, and...the Menu Language 29 B Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of seventeen languages for displaying the menu and other on the projector. Convenient Functions 3 INPUT NETWORK USB MENU APA 2 ENTER RESET KEYSTONE AUTO FOCUS LENS /TILT PIC MUTING D ZOOM VOLUME FREEZE AUDIO MUTING ...