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VPL-EX70 VPL-EX7 VPL-ES7 © 2009 Sony Corporation 4-135-541-11 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-EX70 VPL-EX7 VPL-ES7 © 2009 Sony Corporation 4-135-541-11 (1) Data Projector Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Operating Instructions
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... undesired operation. These limits are cautioned that any interference received, including interference that may call: Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-EX70,VPL-EX7, VPL-ES7 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. However, there is no guarantee that to correct the interference by one or...
... undesired operation. These limits are cautioned that any interference received, including interference that may call: Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: VPL-EX70,VPL-EX7, VPL-ES7 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. However, there is no guarantee that to correct the interference by one or...
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...), when projecting an 80-inch image, which allows projection on a larger screen even in a limited space. This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly. Direct Power On/Power Off function The AC power for video input. Short focal lens The projection distance is... Overview B Overview Features High brightness · High picture performance High brightness Sony's unique optical system allows high efficiency. High picture performance VPL-EX70/EX7:Three super-high-aperture 0.63-inch XGA panels with approximately 480,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of Microsoft Corporation ...
...), when projecting an 80-inch image, which allows projection on a larger screen even in a limited space. This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly. Direct Power On/Power Off function The AC power for video input. Short focal lens The projection distance is... Overview B Overview Features High brightness · High picture performance High brightness Sony's unique optical system allows high efficiency. High picture performance VPL-EX70/EX7:Three super-high-aperture 0.63-inch XGA panels with approximately 480,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of Microsoft Corporation ...
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For details, see "Connecting a Computer" on page 18 and "Connecting a VCR" on the connected equipment. Connects to the output connector of Controls Connector Panel VPL-EX70 1 2 3 4 56 VPL-EX7 1 2 3 56 VPL-ES7 1 32 5 a VIDEO IN connector • S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin): Connects to the S video output of video equipment. • VIDEO (phone type): Connects to the...
For details, see "Connecting a Computer" on page 18 and "Connecting a VCR" on the connected equipment. Connects to the output connector of Controls Connector Panel VPL-EX70 1 2 3 4 56 VPL-EX7 1 2 3 56 VPL-ES7 1 32 5 a VIDEO IN connector • S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin): Connects to the S video output of video equipment. • VIDEO (phone type): Connects to the...
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... not provided in this projector. b INPUT key c MENU key d ENTER/v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys e RESET key Resets the value of an item to the connector of the monitor. Overview d INPUT B connector RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) (VPL-EX70 only): Inputs a computer signal. f REMOTE RS-232C connector (Dsub 9-pin female) (VPL-EX70/ EX7 only) Connects to its...
... not provided in this projector. b INPUT key c MENU key d ENTER/v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys e RESET key Resets the value of an item to the connector of the monitor. Overview d INPUT B connector RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) (VPL-EX70 only): Inputs a computer signal. f REMOTE RS-232C connector (Dsub 9-pin female) (VPL-EX70/ EX7 only) Connects to its...
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... external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may increase noise and reduce performance of your computer to SVGA (VPL-ES7) or XGA (VPL-EX70/EX7) mode for the external monitor. • If you connect the projector, make sure to: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each...
... external monitor, the picture of the external monitor may increase noise and reduce performance of your computer to SVGA (VPL-ES7) or XGA (VPL-EX70/EX7) mode for the external monitor. • If you connect the projector, make sure to: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each...
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... cable.) 2 Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Rear side VPL-EX70 Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to only the external monitor. setting on the INPUT SETTING menu according to the input signal. • When you connect the...
... cable.) 2 Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable (not supplied) To connect to a video GBR/ Component output connector Rear side VPL-EX70 Connecting a VCR This section describes how to connect the projector to only the external monitor. setting on the INPUT SETTING menu according to the input signal. • When you connect the...
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... input channel where the input signals are found. The ?/1 key lights after flashing in -one LCD type, you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys (e.g., / , LCD VGA / , etc.), or by changing your computer, for the signals from a computer only....Input-A connected to the INPUT A connector Computer connected to Input-B the INPUT B connector (VPL-EX70 only) Video equipment Video connected to the VIDEO input connector Video equipment connected to the projector. Depending on the type of the connected equipment so that it is set to select the...
... input channel where the input signals are found. The ?/1 key lights after flashing in -one LCD type, you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys (e.g., / , LCD VGA / , etc.), or by changing your computer, for the signals from a computer only....Input-A connected to the INPUT A connector Computer connected to Input-B the INPUT B connector (VPL-EX70 only) Video equipment Video connected to the VIDEO input connector Video equipment connected to the projector. Depending on the type of the connected equipment so that it is set to select the...
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... with the v/V/b/B keys. 8 Adjust the size of the picture. Using the adjuster Lift the projector while pressing the adjuster adjustment button, and adjust the tilt of the picture. (VPL-EX7/ ES7 only) Press the KEYSTONE key on the Remote Commander to display the adjustment menu and ...adjusted depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. Projecting 21 For VPL-EX70 • When you set the "V Keystone" to "Manual." (See page 36.) • If you adjust the tilt of the projector with the adjuster, the V keystone adjustment is automatically adjusted. Projecting the Picture...
... with the v/V/b/B keys. 8 Adjust the size of the picture. Using the adjuster Lift the projector while pressing the adjuster adjustment button, and adjust the tilt of the picture. (VPL-EX7/ ES7 only) Press the KEYSTONE key on the Remote Commander to display the adjustment menu and ...adjusted depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. Projecting 21 For VPL-EX70 • When you set the "V Keystone" to "Manual." (See page 36.) • If you adjust the tilt of the projector with the adjuster, the V keystone adjustment is automatically adjusted. Projecting the Picture...
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...you press the APA key on the Remote Commander even if "Smart APA" set to "On," the projector detects input signals in Off the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EX70 only)/Video/S-Video. Auto The SET SETTING Menu 33 Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by... is distorted or colorless, select the color system according to "On." • Off: The APA functions when you select "Auto," the projector detects the color system of the input signal. Auto Color System Selects the color system of the input signal automatically. Adjustments and Settings Using ...
...you press the APA key on the Remote Commander even if "Smart APA" set to "On," the projector detects input signals in Off the following order: Input-A/Input-B (VPL-EX70 only)/Video/S-Video. Auto The SET SETTING Menu 33 Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by... is distorted or colorless, select the color system according to "On." • Off: The APA functions when you select "Auto," the projector detects the color system of the input signal. Auto Color System Selects the color system of the input signal automatically. Adjustments and Settings Using ...
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... Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Direct Power On: Off Input-A Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone (VPL-EX70 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0 angle using the v/V/b/B keys. Normally, set to turn the power on/ off..."On," turns on the Remote Commander. Standard High Altitude Set to the projector. When the top of the projected image will be lower compared with the "High" setting. Auto V Keystone (VPL-EX7/ES7 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. You ...
... Lamp Mode: Standard High Altitude Mode:Off Security Lock: Off Direct Power On: Off Input-A Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone (VPL-EX70 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 0 angle using the v/V/b/B keys. Normally, set to turn the power on/ off..."On," turns on the Remote Commander. Standard High Altitude Set to the projector. When the top of the projected image will be lower compared with the "High" setting. Auto V Keystone (VPL-EX7/ES7 only) Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. You ...
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... Altitude Mode" to "On" at an altitude of under 1,500 m, the reliability of the lamp may be temporarily changed to "Manual" from "Auto". Notes on VPL-EX70 • The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. • If you need...
... Altitude Mode" to "On" at an altitude of under 1,500 m, the reliability of the lamp may be temporarily changed to "Manual" from "Auto". Notes on VPL-EX70 • The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. • If you need...
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... input signal. The displayed value is approximate. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be altered. 38 The INFORMATION Menu INFORMATION VPL-EX70 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...
... input signal. The displayed value is approximate. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be altered. 38 The INFORMATION Menu INFORMATION VPL-EX70 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...
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...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-EX70/EX7: 0.63-inch XGA panel, about 2,360,000 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) VPL-ES7: 0.63-inch SVGA panel, about 1,440,000 pixels (800 ...mm/F1.65 to 1.93 Lamp 190 W Ultra high pressure lamp Projected picture size 40 to 300 inches Light output 1) VPL-EX70: 2600 lm VPL-EX7/ES7: 2000 lm 1) When the Lamp Mode is the color system used when playing back a video recorded in NTSC on...
...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-EX70/EX7: 0.63-inch XGA panel, about 2,360,000 pixels (1024 × 768 × 3) VPL-ES7: 0.63-inch SVGA panel, about 1,440,000 pixels (800 ...mm/F1.65 to 1.93 Lamp 190 W Ultra high pressure lamp Projected picture size 40 to 300 inches Light output 1) VPL-EX70: 2600 lm VPL-EX7/ES7: 2000 lm 1) When the Lamp Mode is the color system used when playing back a video recorded in NTSC on...
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...VPL-EX70: Approx. 3.0 kg (6 lb 10 oz) VPL-EX7/ES7: Approx. 2.9 kg (6 lb 6 oz) Power requirements VPL-EX70/EX7: AC 100 to 240 V, 2.6 to 1.1 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-ES7: AC 100 to 240 V, 2.4 to 1.0 A, 50/60 Hz Power consumption VPL-EX70/EX7: Max.260 W (in standby: 3 W) VPL-ES7: Max.240 W (in some areas. Optional accessories Projector... Remote Commander (1) Lithium battery CR2025 (1) 48 Specifications HD D-sub 15 pin cable (1.8 m) (1) (1-832-428-11, SONY) Carrying case (1) AC power cord (1) Lens cap (1) Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations...
...VPL-EX70: Approx. 3.0 kg (6 lb 10 oz) VPL-EX7/ES7: Approx. 2.9 kg (6 lb 6 oz) Power requirements VPL-EX70/EX7: AC 100 to 240 V, 2.6 to 1.1 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-ES7: AC 100 to 240 V, 2.4 to 1.0 A, 50/60 Hz Power consumption VPL-EX70/EX7: Max.260 W (in standby: 3 W) VPL-ES7: Max.240 W (in some areas. Optional accessories Projector... Remote Commander (1) Lithium battery CR2025 (1) 48 Specifications HD D-sub 15 pin cable (1.8 m) (1) (1-832-428-11, SONY) Carrying case (1) AC power cord (1) Lens cap (1) Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1) Quick Reference Manual (1) Safety Regulations...
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Pin assignment INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin, female) (VPL-EX70/EX7 only) 1 R/R-Y 9 Power supply input 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 INPUT B connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) (VPL-EX70 only) 6 NC 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 NC 1 R 9 Power supply input for DDC 2 G 10 GND 3 B 11 GND 4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 ...
Pin assignment INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin, female) (VPL-EX70/EX7 only) 1 R/R-Y 9 Power supply input 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 INPUT B connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female) (VPL-EX70 only) 6 NC 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 NC 1 R 9 Power supply input for DDC 2 G 10 GND 3 B 11 GND 4 RESERVE 12 DDC/SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND (R) 14 ...