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... EARTHED. Operation is no guarantee that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For the customers in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified below. However, there is subject to switch the power supply off and on the bottom. These limits are cautioned that any changes or...
... EARTHED. Operation is no guarantee that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For the customers in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified below. However, there is subject to switch the power supply off and on the bottom. These limits are cautioned that any changes or...
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... Tools for Your Presentation 27 About the Preset Memory No. ....34 The SET SETTING Menu 35 The MENU SETTING Menu ...........37 The INSTALL SETTING Menu .......38 The INFORMATION Menu 40 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 42 Cleaning the Air Filter 44 Others Troubleshooting 45 Messages List 47 Specifications 49 Installation Diagram 54 Floor Installation (Front Projection 54 Ceiling Installation (Front Projection 56 Dimensions 58 Index 60 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 29 The PICTURE SETTING Menu ...... 31 The INPUT SETTING Menu .......... 33 4 Table of Contents
... Tools for Your Presentation 27 About the Preset Memory No. ....34 The SET SETTING Menu 35 The MENU SETTING Menu ...........37 The INSTALL SETTING Menu .......38 The INFORMATION Menu 40 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 42 Cleaning the Air Filter 44 Others Troubleshooting 45 Messages List 47 Specifications 49 Installation Diagram 54 Floor Installation (Front Projection 54 Ceiling Installation (Front Projection 56 Dimensions 58 Index 60 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 29 The PICTURE SETTING Menu ...... 31 The INPUT SETTING Menu .......... 33 4 Table of Contents
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...). Precautions 5 Precautions Safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with opaque draperies. • It is desirable to install the unit in the adjuster. • Do not spread a cloth or paper under the unit. The air coming out is especially treated to get your local power supply. Cleaning the lens The lens surface is hot. •...
...). Precautions 5 Precautions Safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with opaque draperies. • It is desirable to install the unit in the adjuster. • Do not spread a cloth or paper under the unit. The air coming out is especially treated to get your local power supply. Cleaning the lens The lens surface is hot. •...
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... video input. This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly. Other Convenient Functions • On-screen menu in a limited space. Short focal lens The projection distance is turned on a larger screen even in 17 languages • Picture muting • Freeze • Lamp mode switching function (VPL- VPL-EX50/EX5:Three super-high-aperture 0.63-inch XGA panels with approximately 480,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of their respective holders. VPL-ES5:Three super-high...
... video input. This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly. Other Convenient Functions • On-screen menu in a limited space. Short focal lens The projection distance is turned on a larger screen even in 17 languages • Picture muting • Freeze • Lamp mode switching function (VPL- VPL-EX50/EX5:Three super-high-aperture 0.63-inch XGA panels with approximately 480,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of their respective holders. VPL-ES5:Three super-high...
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... to operate. d LAMP/COVER indicators Flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is turned off . - Also, flashes in orange under the following conditions: • A reception rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is in red when the AC power cord is on. b INPUT key Selects an input signal. Lights up or flashes under the following conditions: - Lights in standby mode. Control Panel 1 23 45 6 a ?/1 (On/Standby) key Turns on the projector when the projector is...
... to operate. d LAMP/COVER indicators Flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is turned off . - Also, flashes in orange under the following conditions: • A reception rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is in red when the AC power cord is on. b INPUT key Selects an input signal. Lights up or flashes under the following conditions: - Lights in standby mode. Control Panel 1 23 45 6 a ?/1 (On/Standby) key Turns on the projector when the projector is...
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... projector to a component output connector, select "Component" with the "Input-A Signal Sel." To connect to a video or S video output connector Rear side VPL-EX50 To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Rear side VPL-EX50 Projecting the Picture to audio output (L) to audio output (R) to video GBR/ component output to S video output to audio output (L) to video output to audio output (R) VCR 1 Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) 2 Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable...
... projector to a component output connector, select "Component" with the "Input-A Signal Sel." To connect to a video or S video output connector Rear side VPL-EX50 To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Rear side VPL-EX50 Projecting the Picture to audio output (L) to audio output (R) to video GBR/ component output to S video output to audio output (L) to video output to audio output (R) VCR 1 Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied) (Use a no-resistance cable.) 2 Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable...
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... lights after flashing in -one LCD type, you press the key, the input signal switches as follows: Input-A t Input-B t Video t S-Video (VPL-EW5/EX50 only) Rear remote control detector APA INPUT KEY STONE ENTER RESET PIC MUTING D ZOOM FREEZE MENU VOLUME 1 Plug the AC power cord into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 key. Projecting 1,2 4 Press the INPUT key to "On," the projector searches for the input analog signal from a computer only. 5 Switch the equipment connected to output to Input-B the INPUT B connector (VPL...
... lights after flashing in -one LCD type, you press the key, the input signal switches as follows: Input-A t Input-B t Video t S-Video (VPL-EW5/EX50 only) Rear remote control detector APA INPUT KEY STONE ENTER RESET PIC MUTING D ZOOM FREEZE MENU VOLUME 1 Plug the AC power cord into standby mode. 2 Press the ?/1 key. Projecting 1,2 4 Press the INPUT key to "On," the projector searches for the input analog signal from a computer only. 5 Switch the equipment connected to output to Input-B the INPUT B connector (VPL...
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... Auto Input Search: Off Input-A Signal Sel.: Component Color System: Auto Power Saving: Off IR Receiver: Front & Rear Panel Key Lock: Off Lamp Timer Reset Sub menu Menu Setting items PICTURE SETTING Input A ADJUST PICTURE Contrast: Brightness: Gamma Mode: Color Temp.: Standard 80 50 Graphics High 4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item. • When changing the adjustment level: To increase the number, press the v or B key. Using a MENU 29 Press the ENTER key to restore the previous screen. • When changing...
... Auto Input Search: Off Input-A Signal Sel.: Component Color System: Auto Power Saving: Off IR Receiver: Front & Rear Panel Key Lock: Off Lamp Timer Reset Sub menu Menu Setting items PICTURE SETTING Input A ADJUST PICTURE Contrast: Brightness: Gamma Mode: Color Temp.: Standard 80 50 Graphics High 4 Make the setting or adjustment of an item. • When changing the adjustment level: To increase the number, press the v or B key. Using a MENU 29 Press the ENTER key to restore the previous screen. • When changing...
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... enlarge the original picture without changing the aspect ratio of the LCD. The memory number and signal type of authors or producers, which are displayed on the INFORMATION menu (See page 40). The picture will be clear but the picture size will be smaller. • Zoom*1: Select to fill the screen without distorting the aspect ratio. Set according to the input signal *1: VPL-EW5 only *2: VPL-EX5/EX50...
... enlarge the original picture without changing the aspect ratio of the LCD. The memory number and signal type of authors or producers, which are displayed on the INFORMATION menu (See page 40). The picture will be clear but the picture size will be smaller. • Zoom*1: Select to fill the screen without distorting the aspect ratio. Set according to the input signal *1: VPL-EW5 only *2: VPL-EX5/EX50...
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....: Auto Color System: Auto Power Saving: Off IR Receiver: Front & Rear Panel Key Lock: Off Lamp Timer Reset Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Setting items Functions Initial setting Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically On adjusts "Dot Phase," "H Size" and "Shift" on the Remote Commander even if "Smart APA" set to the INPUT A connector. The SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is used for the input signal from the equipment connected to "On," the projector detects input signals in Off the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EW5...
....: Auto Color System: Auto Power Saving: Off IR Receiver: Front & Rear Panel Key Lock: Off Lamp Timer Reset Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Setting items Functions Initial setting Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically On adjusts "Dot Phase," "H Size" and "Shift" on the Remote Commander even if "Smart APA" set to the INPUT A connector. The SET SETTING Menu The SET SETTING menu is used for the input signal from the equipment connected to "On," the projector detects input signals in Off the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EW5...
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... image is input for 10 minutes. Adjust the "Dot Phase," "H Size," and "Shift" items on the INPUT SETTING menu when you press and hold the MENU key for about 10 seconds when the power is on the screen. The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. • Standby: The projector goes into Power Saving mode. When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer. - You can be operated only with the Remote Commander...
... image is input for 10 minutes. Adjust the "Dot Phase," "H Size," and "Shift" items on the INPUT SETTING menu when you press and hold the MENU key for about 10 seconds when the power is on the screen. The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. • Standby: The projector goes into Power Saving mode. When replacing the lamps, reset the lamp timer. - You can be operated only with the Remote Commander...
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... : Sets a lower value. INSTALL SETTING V Keystone: Auto Image Flip: Off Background: Blue Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Direct Power On: Off Input-A Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone (VPL-EX50/ EX5/EW5 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0 angle using a circuit breaker to "Blue." Auto V Keystone (VPL-ES5 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. Security Lock Turns on the Remote Commander. For details, see "Security Lock" on the screen...
... : Sets a lower value. INSTALL SETTING V Keystone: Auto Image Flip: Off Background: Blue Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Direct Power On: Off Input-A Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone (VPL-EX50/ EX5/EW5 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0 angle using a circuit breaker to "Blue." Auto V Keystone (VPL-ES5 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. Security Lock Turns on the Remote Commander. For details, see "Security Lock" on the screen...
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...) beneath the projector. Turn the projector over . 3 Open the lamp cover by loosening the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Handle 42 Replacing the Lamp Notes • If the lamp breaks, ask qualified Sony personnel to replace the lamp and to the projector. Do not tilt the lamp. Use an LMP-E190 Projector Lamp as a light source is tilted and if the lamp breaks. 1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC...
...) beneath the projector. Turn the projector over . 3 Open the lamp cover by loosening the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Handle 42 Replacing the Lamp Notes • If the lamp breaks, ask qualified Sony personnel to replace the lamp and to the projector. Do not tilt the lamp. Use an LMP-E190 Projector Lamp as a light source is tilted and if the lamp breaks. 1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC...
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... menu screen. is displayed in place (a). SET SETTING Input-A Smar t APA: On Auto Input Search: Off Input-A Signal Sel.: Auto Color System: Auto Power Saving: Off IR Receiver: Front & Rear Panel Key Lock: Off Lamp Timer Reset Notes • Be careful not to environmental considerations. Note Be sure to replace it (c). 11Select "Lamp Timer Reset", and then press the ENTER key. Yes: No: Refer to 0, and "Change the Lamp and clean the Filter?" Change the Lamp and clean the Filter? Maintenance Replacing...
... menu screen. is displayed in place (a). SET SETTING Input-A Smar t APA: On Auto Input Search: Off Input-A Signal Sel.: Auto Color System: Auto Power Saving: Off IR Receiver: Front & Rear Panel Key Lock: Off Lamp Timer Reset Notes • Be careful not to environmental considerations. Note Be sure to replace it (c). 11Select "Lamp Timer Reset", and then press the ENTER key. Yes: No: Refer to 0, and "Change the Lamp and clean the Filter?" Change the Lamp and clean the Filter? Maintenance Replacing...
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... power (see page 43). • The air filter cover is not secured. c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 24). • The lamp cover is detached. c This projector is incorrect. Others Troubleshooting 45 The picture from the computer and the numbers of dots input from the INPUT A connector is noisy. The picture is colored strangely. Picture Symptom No picture. If the problem persists, consult with DDC2B (Digital Data Channel 2B). c Set the computer signal...
... power (see page 43). • The air filter cover is not secured. c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 24). • The lamp cover is detached. c This projector is incorrect. Others Troubleshooting 45 The picture from the computer and the numbers of dots input from the INPUT A connector is noisy. The picture is colored strangely. Picture Symptom No picture. If the problem persists, consult with DDC2B (Digital Data Channel 2B). c Set the computer signal...
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... projector. "Dot Phase" on the "Adjust Picture..." c Check that is incorrect. The picture is incorrect. • The picture has not been adjusted properly. c Adjust the focus (see page 37). c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key. c Input a signal that the proper connections have been made (see page 32). 46 Troubleshooting key on the Remote Commander or adjust "Volume" on the PICTURE SETTING menu (see page 19). • The audio connecting cable used...
... projector. "Dot Phase" on the "Adjust Picture..." c Check that is incorrect. The picture is incorrect. • The picture has not been adjusted properly. c Adjust the focus (see page 37). c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key. c Input a signal that the proper connections have been made (see page 32). 46 Troubleshooting key on the Remote Commander or adjust "Volume" on the PICTURE SETTING menu (see page 19). • The audio connecting cable used...
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... Remote Commander The Remote Commander battery are locked. Others Symptom The control panel keys do not function. Indicators Symptom Cause and Remedy The LAMP/COVER • The lamp cover or the air filter cover is time to replace the lamp and clean the air filter. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. :/1 key flashes in red and the problem persists, the electrical system has failed. does not work. If the ON/STANDBY flashes in red. (Repetition rate of 4 flashes) The fan is unusually high. c Replace...
... Remote Commander The Remote Commander battery are locked. Others Symptom The control panel keys do not function. Indicators Symptom Cause and Remedy The LAMP/COVER • The lamp cover or the air filter cover is time to replace the lamp and clean the air filter. c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. :/1 key flashes in red and the problem persists, the electrical system has failed. does not work. If the ON/STANDBY flashes in red. (Repetition rate of 4 flashes) The fan is unusually high. c Replace...
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... input) VPL-EW5: 750 horizontal TV lines (video input) 1280 × 800 dots (RGB input) Acceptable computer signals2) fH: 19 to 92 kHz fV: 48 to 92 Hz (Maximum input signal resolution: SXGA+ 1400 × 1050 fV: 60 Hz) 2) Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector. Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel VPL...
... input) VPL-EW5: 750 horizontal TV lines (video input) 1280 × 800 dots (RGB input) Acceptable computer signals2) fH: 19 to 92 kHz fV: 48 to 92 Hz (Maximum input signal resolution: SXGA+ 1400 × 1050 fV: 60 Hz) 2) Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector. Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection system LCD panel VPL...
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... the unit is operating properly before use. For details, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-E190(for DDC 2 G/Y 10 GND 3 B/B-Y 11 GND 4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) 1 NC 2 RXDA 3 TXDA 4 DTR 5 GND 6 NC 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 NC Others Specifications 51 SONY WILL NOT...
... the unit is operating properly before use. For details, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-E190(for DDC 2 G/Y 10 GND 3 B/B-Y 11 GND 4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 VD 7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL 8 GND (B) 1 NC 2 RXDA 3 TXDA 4 DTR 5 GND 6 NC 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 NC Others Specifications 51 SONY WILL NOT...
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... Lamp Timer 40 Lamp Timer Reset 36 Language 37 selecting the menu language 25 Lens 11 Location and function of controls connector panel 14 control panel 12 rear/bottom 10 Remote Commander 15 top/right side/front 10 M Menu clearing the menu display 30 INFORMATION Menu 40 INPUT SETTING menu 33 INSTALL SETTING menu 38 MENU SETTING menu 37 PICTURE SETTING menu 31 SET SETTING menu 35 using a menu 29 Menu Position 37 Message List caution 48 warning 47 O Optional accessories 51 P Panel Key Lock 36 Picture Mode 31 Pin assignment 51 Power turn...
... Lamp Timer 40 Lamp Timer Reset 36 Language 37 selecting the menu language 25 Lens 11 Location and function of controls connector panel 14 control panel 12 rear/bottom 10 Remote Commander 15 top/right side/front 10 M Menu clearing the menu display 30 INFORMATION Menu 40 INPUT SETTING menu 33 INSTALL SETTING menu 38 MENU SETTING menu 37 PICTURE SETTING menu 31 SET SETTING menu 35 using a menu 29 Menu Position 37 Message List caution 48 warning 47 O Optional accessories 51 P Panel Key Lock 36 Picture Mode 31 Pin assignment 51 Power turn...