Operating Instructions
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... Indicators 29 Messages List 31 Troubleshooting 32 Replacing the Lamp 34 Cleaning the Air Filter 36 When Using the Projector by Mounting It to a Ceiling 37 Removing the lens cap 37 Attaching the dust cover 37 Cleaning the air filter and its surroundings 38 Carrying the unit 38 Specifications 39 Projection Distance 44 Dimensions 49 Index 52 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 17 The Picture Menu 18 The Screen Menu 19 The Function Menu 23 The Operation Menu 24 The Connection/Power Menu .......... 25 The Installation Menu...
... Indicators 29 Messages List 31 Troubleshooting 32 Replacing the Lamp 34 Cleaning the Air Filter 36 When Using the Projector by Mounting It to a Ceiling 37 Removing the lens cap 37 Attaching the dust cover 37 Cleaning the air filter and its surroundings 38 Carrying the unit 38 Specifications 39 Projection Distance 44 Dimensions 49 Index 52 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 17 The Picture Menu 18 The Screen Menu 19 The Function Menu 23 The Operation Menu 24 The Connection/Power Menu .......... 25 The Installation Menu...
Operating Instructions
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... off the projected image temporarily. Overview Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys Remote Commander 4 2 3 4 INPUT APA ECO MODE MENU RESET ENTER RETURN ASPECT KEYSTONE PATTERN BLANK D ZOOM VOLUME FREEZE MUTING 7 1 6 5 Control Panel Keys a Turning on the resolution of the input signal. e Using various functions during projecting D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/- The image can be used depending on the power/Going to display the digital zoom icon on the projected image. 2 Press the D ZOOM + key or the D ZOOM - Picture muting helps reduce power consumption. Press again to change the...
... off the projected image temporarily. Overview Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys Remote Commander 4 2 3 4 INPUT APA ECO MODE MENU RESET ENTER RETURN ASPECT KEYSTONE PATTERN BLANK D ZOOM VOLUME FREEZE MUTING 7 1 6 5 Control Panel Keys a Turning on the resolution of the input signal. e Using various functions during projecting D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/- The image can be used depending on the power/Going to display the digital zoom icon on the projected image. 2 Press the D ZOOM + key or the D ZOOM - Picture muting helps reduce power consumption. Press again to change the...
Operating Instructions
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... distance between the remote commander and the projector is not input into the unit for about 10 minutes. 1 Press the ECO MODE key to the previous menu. 6 Location and Function of Controls For details on ECO Mode settings, see "Lamp Mode", "With No Input" and "With Static Signal" on the projector. ECO: Sets each item of "Lamp Mode," "With No Input," and "With Static Signal." User Lamp Mode Auto Power Saving With No Input With Static Signal High Off Lamp...
... distance between the remote commander and the projector is not input into the unit for about 10 minutes. 1 Press the ECO MODE key to the previous menu. 6 Location and Function of Controls For details on ECO Mode settings, see "Lamp Mode", "With No Input" and "With Static Signal" on the projector. ECO: Sets each item of "Lamp Mode," "With No Input," and "With Static Signal." User Lamp Mode Auto Power Saving With No Input With Static Signal High Off Lamp...
Operating Instructions
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.... If Smart APA in the Screen Menu (page 20). Increase the number towards plus Increase the number towards minus Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of the projected image. You can also set APA in the Function menu is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)) Press the APA key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation menu. 2 Use the V/v/B/b the keys to cancel...
.... If Smart APA in the Screen Menu (page 20). Increase the number towards plus Increase the number towards minus Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of the projected image. You can also set APA in the Function menu is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)) Press the APA key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation menu. 2 Use the V/v/B/b the keys to cancel...
Operating Instructions
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... supply power. Press the power button while the message is VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 only. 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Note • Do not turn off . Projecting an Image Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key on "ECO" in the Connection/Power menu is set to "On," press start to display the message (page 25). to shutdown." The projector starts shutdown and turns off . Select "Select 'Power Off' to stop supplying power...
... supply power. Press the power button while the message is VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 only. 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Note • Do not turn off . Projecting an Image Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key on "ECO" in the Connection/Power menu is set to "On," press start to display the message (page 25). to shutdown." The projector starts shutdown and turns off . Select "Select 'Power Off' to stop supplying power...
Operating Instructions
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..., ENTER, ENTER.") 2 Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys. (The default setting password is necessary to verify the projector's serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your password. On: All on . • Press and hold the ?/1 key for menus, warning messages and messages from the message list. Items Language Status Security Lock*1 Control Key Lock Menu Settings Lock*2 Set Password Item descriptions Selects the language used .
..., ENTER, ENTER.") 2 Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys. (The default setting password is necessary to verify the projector's serial number and your identity. (This process may differ in other countries/regions.) Once your password. On: All on . • Press and hold the ?/1 key for menus, warning messages and messages from the message list. Items Language Status Security Lock*1 Control Key Lock Menu Settings Lock*2 Set Password Item descriptions Selects the language used .
Operating Instructions
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..., etc.) through the USB cable. If set in orange (page 30). Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu The Connection/Power Menu The Connection/Power menu is selected. Items ECO Lamp Mode Power Supply Auto Power Saving Input-A Signal Sel.*6 Direct Power On Cooling Time Item descriptions High/Standard/Low/Auto*1: When set to "On," the unit supplies power to "On," you can also unplug the AC power cord without adjusting brightness. With Static Signal Lamp Dimming*1*4: If an image does not change to "High," the image becomes brighter, and...
..., etc.) through the USB cable. If set in orange (page 30). Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu The Connection/Power Menu The Connection/Power menu is selected. Items ECO Lamp Mode Power Supply Auto Power Saving Input-A Signal Sel.*6 Direct Power On Cooling Time Item descriptions High/Standard/Low/Auto*1: When set to "On," the unit supplies power to "On," you can also unplug the AC power cord without adjusting brightness. With Static Signal Lamp Dimming*1*4: If an image does not change to "High," the image becomes brighter, and...
Operating Instructions
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... is ready to be operated. (Off) (Flashes in green) Power on The projector is ready for projection. (Off) (Lights in green) Cooling The unit is cooling itself after the unit is turned off. (Off) (Flashes in accordance with "Warning indicators and remedies" (page 30). If the indicators flash in red, address the problem in orange) Indicators 29 B Others Indicators You can check the projector status or abnormality by checking the lighting/flashing status of the ON/STANDBY indicator and WARNING indicator.
... is ready to be operated. (Off) (Flashes in green) Power on The projector is ready for projection. (Off) (Lights in green) Cooling The unit is cooling itself after the unit is turned off. (Off) (Flashes in accordance with "Warning indicators and remedies" (page 30). If the indicators flash in red, address the problem in orange) Indicators 29 B Others Indicators You can check the projector status or abnormality by checking the lighting/flashing status of the ON/STANDBY indicator and WARNING indicator.
Operating Instructions
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... ambient temperature and use the projector within the range of Meaning flashes Remedies Twice (Flashes (Lights in red) in red) Three times Twice (Off) (Flashes in red) The lamp cover is not Check how the lamp cover is attached securely. Indicator status (Off) (Lights in orange) Operating status Meaning Other standby status The lamp is not broken, reattach the lamp and turn on the projector again. If the lamp is turned off the projector and turn on the projector. Warning indicators and remedies Indicator status The number of operating temperature. Turn...
... ambient temperature and use the projector within the range of Meaning flashes Remedies Twice (Flashes (Lights in red) in red) Three times Twice (Off) (Flashes in red) The lamp cover is not Check how the lamp cover is attached securely. Indicator status (Off) (Lights in orange) Operating status Meaning Other standby status The lamp is not broken, reattach the lamp and turn on the projector again. If the lamp is turned off the projector and turn on the projector. Warning indicators and remedies Indicator status The number of operating temperature. Turn...
Operating Instructions
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.... The and clean the Filter. The control keys are not blocked by the projector. Please check Input-A Set "Input-A Signal Sel." To turn on the projected image, address the problem in accordance with a new one 43 for a few seconds. A temperature rise is set to "On." 24 locked! Change the output setting of the connected equipment to "Auto" or select the input signal 25 Signal Sel. Messages List When any change in signal is detected, or an operation (remote control or control panel) is...
.... The and clean the Filter. The control keys are not blocked by the projector. Please check Input-A Set "Input-A Signal Sel." To turn on the projected image, address the problem in accordance with a new one 43 for a few seconds. A temperature rise is set to "On." 24 locked! Change the output setting of the connected equipment to "Auto" or select the input signal 25 Signal Sel. Messages List When any change in signal is detected, or an operation (remote control or control panel) is...
Operating Instructions
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... projector repaired, try to external 7 equipment firmly. Operation menu is a trapezoid. Check if the input source is correctly selected. 10 Check if the picture is installed on an uneven surface, the 5, 14, keystone feature*1 may not be judged correctly. In this case, you set "V Keystone" manually. 32 Troubleshooting No image. Symptoms Remedy Page The power is not turned Check if the AC power cord is connected to diagnose the problem, following the instructions below. Check...
... projector repaired, try to external 7 equipment firmly. Operation menu is a trapezoid. Check if the input source is correctly selected. 10 Check if the picture is installed on an uneven surface, the 5, 14, keystone feature*1 may not be judged correctly. In this case, you set "V Keystone" manually. 32 Troubleshooting No image. Symptoms Remedy Page The power is not turned Check if the AC power cord is connected to diagnose the problem, following the instructions below. Check...
Operating Instructions
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... unit is set to "On." 25 During picture muting, the lamp is not clear. in the location where the temperature is not set to reduce power 25 consumption. Check that the connecting cables between the projector and 7 external video or audio equipment are not exhausted. - Check "Lamp Timer," and replace the lamp with the power on the lens. The image is dimmed to "Auto," the luminance of the image. does not work. Check if the...
... unit is set to "On." 25 During picture muting, the lamp is not clear. in the location where the temperature is not set to reduce power 25 consumption. Check that the connecting cables between the projector and 7 external video or audio equipment are not exhausted. - Check "Lamp Timer," and replace the lamp with the power on the lens. The image is dimmed to "Auto," the luminance of the image. does not work. Check if the...
Operating Instructions
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... changing the lamp, set "Cooling Time" to "Standard" before turning off the projector, and disconnect the AC power cord from a wall outlet. 2 When the lamp has cooled sufficiently, open the lamp cover by holding the designated location. If you pull out the lamp while the projector is turned off. When you touch a part of the lamp other screws. 3 Loosen the three screws (a) then grab the depressions with a new one screw. If you replace...
... changing the lamp, set "Cooling Time" to "Standard" before turning off the projector, and disconnect the AC power cord from a wall outlet. 2 When the lamp has cooled sufficiently, open the lamp cover by holding the designated location. If you pull out the lamp while the projector is turned off. When you touch a part of the lamp other screws. 3 Loosen the three screws (a) then grab the depressions with a new one screw. If you replace...
Operating Instructions
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... input signal 43 Adjust Signal 20 Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake 3 APA 5 Aspect 5, 19, 21 Audio muting 5 B Brightness 18 C CC Display 23 Cleaning the Air Filter 36 Color 18 Color Temp 18 Connecting a computer 7 Connecting a Video equipment 8 Connection/Power Menu 25 Contrast 18 Control Key Lock 24 Control Panel Keys 5 Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature 5, 14 D Digital Zoom 5 Dust cover 37 E ECO MODE (Energy-saving mode) ......... 6 F fH 28 Focus 11 Focus ring 3 Foot adjust button 3, 13 Freeze 5 Front foot (adjustable...
... input signal 43 Adjust Signal 20 Air filter cover/Ventilation holes (intake 3 APA 5 Aspect 5, 19, 21 Audio muting 5 B Brightness 18 C CC Display 23 Cleaning the Air Filter 36 Color 18 Color Temp 18 Connecting a computer 7 Connecting a Video equipment 8 Connection/Power Menu 25 Contrast 18 Control Key Lock 24 Control Panel Keys 5 Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature 5, 14 D Digital Zoom 5 Dust cover 37 E ECO MODE (Energy-saving mode) ......... 6 F fH 28 Focus 11 Focus ring 3 Foot adjust button 3, 13 Freeze 5 Front foot (adjustable...
Startup Guide
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... to switch the power supply off and on the bottom. WARNING When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the U.S.A. If a fault should occur during operation of explosion, use of FCC Rules. 3 WARNING GB WARNING 1 Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with the limits for future reference. IMPORTANT The nameplate is located on , the user is incorrectly replaced...
... to switch the power supply off and on the bottom. WARNING When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the U.S.A. If a fault should occur during operation of explosion, use of FCC Rules. 3 WARNING GB WARNING 1 Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with the limits for future reference. IMPORTANT The nameplate is located on , the user is incorrectly replaced...
Startup Guide
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... the lamp will not light even before cleaning. • If you rub on the projected image, even if the lamp normally lights. This is equipped with a new one as soon as a light source contains mercury that has high internal pressure. Replace the lamp with a fan inside to direct lighting or sunlight. It may be exposed to prevent internal temperature from the AC outlet before the specified replacement time...
... the lamp will not light even before cleaning. • If you rub on the projected image, even if the lamp normally lights. This is equipped with a new one as soon as a light source contains mercury that has high internal pressure. Replace the lamp with a fan inside to direct lighting or sunlight. It may be exposed to prevent internal temperature from the AC outlet before the specified replacement time...
Startup Guide
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Increase the number towards plus Increase the number towards minus Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a signal is an electronic correction, the image may not work automatically*2 when the screen is set to cancel adjusting during the setting. Notes *1: Since the Keystone adjustment is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)) Press the APA key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation menu. 2 Use the V/v/B/b the...
Increase the number towards plus Increase the number towards minus Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a signal is an electronic correction, the image may not work automatically*2 when the screen is set to cancel adjusting during the setting. Notes *1: Since the Keystone adjustment is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)) Press the APA key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation menu. 2 Use the V/v/B/b the...
Startup Guide
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... lamp will be displayed and may cause a malfunction of the message being displayed, shutdown is VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 only. 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Turning off without displaying the confirmation message Press and hold the ?/1 key on "ECO" in the Connection/Power menu is displayed to display the message. Press the power button while the message is set to "On," press start to light the lamp again. When "Power Supply...
... lamp will be displayed and may cause a malfunction of the message being displayed, shutdown is VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 only. 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Turning off without displaying the confirmation message Press and hold the ?/1 key on "ECO" in the Connection/Power menu is displayed to display the message. Press the power button while the message is set to "On," press start to light the lamp again. When "Power Supply...
Startup Guide
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...; Check the ambient temperature and use the projector within the range of Meaning flashes Remedies Twice (Flashes (Lights in red) in red) Three times (Off) (Flashes in red) Twice The lamp cover is not Check how the lamp cover is not broken. In this case, replace the lamp with qualified Sony personnel. If the problem still persists, consult with a new one (page 25). Warning indicators and remedies Indicator status The number of operating temperature. Turn off , then plug the AC power cord...
...; Check the ambient temperature and use the projector within the range of Meaning flashes Remedies Twice (Flashes (Lights in red) in red) Three times (Off) (Flashes in red) Twice The lamp cover is not Check how the lamp cover is not broken. In this case, replace the lamp with qualified Sony personnel. If the problem still persists, consult with a new one (page 25). Warning indicators and remedies Indicator status The number of operating temperature. Turn off , then plug the AC power cord...
Startup Guide
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..., open the lamp cover by holding the designated location. If you touch a part of the lamp other screws. 3 Loosen the three screws (1) then grab the depressions with a new one screw. Do not put your hands into the lamp replacement slot after removing the lamp, otherwise it out straight, by loosening one if a message displayed on the projected image. Notes • When changing the lamp, set "Cooling Time" to "Standard" before turning off the projector...
..., open the lamp cover by holding the designated location. If you touch a part of the lamp other screws. 3 Loosen the three screws (1) then grab the depressions with a new one screw. Do not put your hands into the lamp replacement slot after removing the lamp, otherwise it out straight, by loosening one if a message displayed on the projected image. Notes • When changing the lamp, set "Cooling Time" to "Standard" before turning off the projector...