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... You are designed to comply with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to qualified personnel only. For the customers of the VPL-PX15/PX10 LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT RAYONNEMENT LASER NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE... MAX OUTPUT:1mW CLASS II LASER PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J SONY CORPORATION 6-7-35 KITASHINAGAWA SHINAGAWA-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN A MANUFACTURED This label is located on the rear of the Remote Commander. For the customers in accordance with the limits for a new one based...
... You are designed to comply with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to qualified personnel only. For the customers of the VPL-PX15/PX10 LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT RAYONNEMENT LASER NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE... MAX OUTPUT:1mW CLASS II LASER PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J SONY CORPORATION 6-7-35 KITASHINAGAWA SHINAGAWA-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN A MANUFACTURED This label is located on the rear of the Remote Commander. For the customers in accordance with the limits for a new one based...
Operating Instructions
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...) Rear / Right Side / Bottom 9 (GB) Control Panel 11 (GB) Connector Panel 13 (GB) Remote Commander (supplied with the VPL-PX15/PX10 14 (GB) Remote Commander (supplied with the VPL-PS10 16 (GB) Setting Up and Projecting Installing the Projector 18 (GB) Connecting the Projector 18 (GB) Connecting to a Computer 18 (GB) Connecting to a VCR or 15k RGB...
...) Rear / Right Side / Bottom 9 (GB) Control Panel 11 (GB) Connector Panel 13 (GB) Remote Commander (supplied with the VPL-PX15/PX10 14 (GB) Remote Commander (supplied with the VPL-PS10 16 (GB) Setting Up and Projecting Installing the Projector 18 (GB) Connecting the Projector 18 (GB) Connecting to a Computer 18 (GB) Connecting to a VCR or 15k RGB...
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...been turned off the power with the I / 1 key on the Remote Commander or on the control panel, do not look into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have to install the projector in handy if you ever have it checked by qualified personnel before ... repacking Save the original shipping carton and packing material; About the LCD projector The LCD projector is manufactured using highprecision technology. To remove dust on the top of the projector with the adjusters out. • Be sure to the projector. Overview Precautions On safety • Check that the operating voltage of...
...been turned off the power with the I / 1 key on the Remote Commander or on the control panel, do not look into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have to install the projector in handy if you ever have it checked by qualified personnel before ... repacking Save the original shipping carton and packing material; About the LCD projector The LCD projector is manufactured using highprecision technology. To remove dust on the top of the projector with the adjusters out. • Be sure to the projector. Overview Precautions On safety • Check that the operating voltage of...
Operating Instructions
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... operate a computer connected to this projector with the Remote Commander since the unit has a built-in scan converter that enables you to 1024 × 768 dots (VPLPX15/PX10) or 800 × 600 dots (VPL-PS10). • Compatible input signals This projector accepts composite, S video, and ...and a 200 W UHP lamp allows high brightness (VPL-PX15/ PX10: light output 2000 ANSI lumen, VPL-PS10: light output 1500 ANSI lumen) and excellent uniformity on the picture. • High resolution VPL-PX15/PX10 Three 0.9-inch, approximately 790,000 pixel, XGA panels provide a resolution of 1024 × 768...
... operate a computer connected to this projector with the Remote Commander since the unit has a built-in scan converter that enables you to 1024 × 768 dots (VPLPX15/PX10) or 800 × 600 dots (VPL-PS10). • Compatible input signals This projector accepts composite, S video, and ...and a 200 W UHP lamp allows high brightness (VPL-PX15/ PX10: light output 2000 ANSI lumen, VPL-PS10: light output 1500 ANSI lumen) and excellent uniformity on the picture. • High resolution VPL-PX15/PX10 Three 0.9-inch, approximately 790,000 pixel, XGA panels provide a resolution of 1024 × 768...
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...Side qa q; 1 2 3 PUSH 4 5 89 6 7 PUSH (This illustration shows the VPL-PX15.) Location and Function of Controls 1 Zoom ring Adjusts the size of the picture. 2 Focus ring Adjusts the picture focus. 3 Front remote control detector 4 Ventilation holes (exhaust) 5 Lens Remove the lens cap before projection. 6 ...13 (GB). 9 Connector panel cover If necessary, open this cover to make the carrying handle 0 pop up from the projector for carrying. qs Rear remote control detector qd Left speaker 9 (GB) You can remove the cover by releasing the connector panel cover lock qf. Left...
...Side qa q; 1 2 3 PUSH 4 5 89 6 7 PUSH (This illustration shows the VPL-PX15.) Location and Function of Controls 1 Zoom ring Adjusts the size of the picture. 2 Focus ring Adjusts the picture focus. 3 Front remote control detector 4 Ventilation holes (exhaust) 5 Lens Remove the lens cap before projection. 6 ...13 (GB). 9 Connector panel cover If necessary, open this cover to make the carrying handle 0 pop up from the projector for carrying. qs Rear remote control detector qd Left speaker 9 (GB) You can remove the cover by releasing the connector panel cover lock qf. Left...
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...) Connects to your requirements. In this case, you do not need to install batteries in the Remote Commander, since the power is connected and you can control the mouse function of the VCR. 13... (GB) Location and Function of Controls 4 INPUT B connectors (VPL-PX15 only) INPUT B PC CARD slot (Type II): A wireless LAN PC card or PC ...you use the networking function of Sony equipment. AUDIO jack (stereo minijack): Connects to a computer. The supplied application software can be used on the computer connected to this projector. 5 MOUSE connector (6-pin)...
...) Connects to your requirements. In this case, you do not need to install batteries in the Remote Commander, since the power is connected and you can control the mouse function of the VCR. 13... (GB) Location and Function of Controls 4 INPUT B connectors (VPL-PX15 only) INPUT B PC CARD slot (Type II): A wireless LAN PC card or PC ...you use the networking function of Sony equipment. AUDIO jack (stereo minijack): Connects to a computer. The supplied application software can be used on the computer connected to this projector. 5 MOUSE connector (6-pin)...
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...INPUT HELP APA D KEYSTONE VOLUME FREEZE MENU/ TAB LASER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 qg qf ENTER R CLICK D ZOOM RESET/ ESCAPE 1 3 2 FUNCTION RM-PJM15 PROJECTOR 9 q; qa qs,qd Notes on the laser beam • Do not look into the laser transmitter. • Do not aim the laser at people. 1 I / 1 ...(on the control panel function identically. Use the arrow keys (M/m/ Location and Function of Controls Remote Commander (supplied with the VPL-PX15/PX10) Keys which have the same names as those on / standby) key 2 MUTING keys Cut off the picture and sound. Press again...
...INPUT HELP APA D KEYSTONE VOLUME FREEZE MENU/ TAB LASER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 qg qf ENTER R CLICK D ZOOM RESET/ ESCAPE 1 3 2 FUNCTION RM-PJM15 PROJECTOR 9 q; qa qs,qd Notes on the laser beam • Do not look into the laser transmitter. • Do not aim the laser at people. 1 I / 1 ...(on the control panel function identically. Use the arrow keys (M/m/ Location and Function of Controls Remote Commander (supplied with the VPL-PX15/PX10) Keys which have the same names as those on / standby) key 2 MUTING keys Cut off the picture and sound. Press again...
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qf RESET/ESCAPE key When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is displayed. key Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen. This icon indicates the point you want to PJ: Functions as the ESCAPE key of the keyboard when the INPUT B window is set to enlarge. Use an arrow key (M/m/ qg D ZOOM +/- When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to NETWORK (VPL-PX15 only): Functions as the RESET key. This key works only when a signal from a computer is input. +: Pressing the + key once displays the icon.
qf RESET/ESCAPE key When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is displayed. key Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen. This icon indicates the point you want to PJ: Functions as the ESCAPE key of the keyboard when the INPUT B window is set to enlarge. Use an arrow key (M/m/ qg D ZOOM +/- When the PJ/NETWORK select switch is set to NETWORK (VPL-PX15 only): Functions as the RESET key. This key works only when a signal from a computer is input. +: Pressing the + key once displays the icon.
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...old battery with new ones. Notes on the control panel function identically. Be sure to obstruct the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is limited. If batteries have the same names as the mouse of Controls Battery installation 1 Push and slide to avoid ... If you do not intend to use the Remote Commander for a long time, remove the batteries to open the lid, then install the two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) with the VPL-PS10) Keys which the commander can control the projector. 16 (GB) Remote Commander (supplied with the correct polarity.
...old battery with new ones. Notes on the control panel function identically. Be sure to obstruct the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector is limited. If batteries have the same names as the mouse of Controls Battery installation 1 Push and slide to avoid ... If you do not intend to use the Remote Commander for a long time, remove the batteries to open the lid, then install the two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) with the VPL-PS10) Keys which the commander can control the projector. 16 (GB) Remote Commander (supplied with the correct polarity.
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8 RESET key Resets the value of an item to its original size. 9 D ZOOM +/- Use an arrow key (M/m/ This key works only when a signal from a computer is input. +: Pressing the + key once displays the icon. This icon indicates the point you want to its factory preset value or returns the enlarged image back to enlarge. key Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen.
8 RESET key Resets the value of an item to its original size. 9 D ZOOM +/- Use an arrow key (M/m/ This key works only when a signal from a computer is input. +: Pressing the + key once displays the icon. This icon indicates the point you want to its factory preset value or returns the enlarged image back to enlarge. key Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen.
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... output to video output to a VCR or 15k RGB/component equipment. In this case, however, you cannot control the mouse of the computer using the Remote Commander. ...1) Macintosh is a registered trademark of the equipment you use a PS/2 mouse port Left side MOUSE PLUG IN POWER CTRL S AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO ...mouse port (PS/2) to audio output to monitor output Computer Connecting to a VCR or 15k RGB/ Component Equipment This section describes how to connect the projector to S video output VCR To connect a Macintosh1) computer Use an ADP-20 signal adapter (not supplied).
... output to video output to a VCR or 15k RGB/component equipment. In this case, however, you cannot control the mouse of the computer using the Remote Commander. ...1) Macintosh is a registered trademark of the equipment you use a PS/2 mouse port Left side MOUSE PLUG IN POWER CTRL S AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO ...mouse port (PS/2) to audio output to monitor output Computer Connecting to a VCR or 15k RGB/ Component Equipment This section describes how to connect the projector to S video output VCR To connect a Macintosh1) computer Use an ADP-20 signal adapter (not supplied).
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... 1 D KEYSTONE INPUT APA MENU ENTER ENTER R CLICK D ZOOM RESET/ ESCAPE 1 3 2 FUNCTION RM-PJM15 PROJECTOR for VPL-PS10 1 After all equipment connected to your eyes. INPUT-B (VPL-PX15 only): Selects display of the picture. 5 Turn the focus ring to the selected language. To restore the ...picture, press the PIC MUTING key again. CLICK D ZOOM 1 FUNCTION 2 for VPL-PX15/PX10 + RESET R - INPUT-A: Selects the video signal input from the S VIDEO connector on the Remote Commander (VPL-PX15/PX10 only). Press the APA key. The menu changes to adjust the focus.
... 1 D KEYSTONE INPUT APA MENU ENTER ENTER R CLICK D ZOOM RESET/ ESCAPE 1 3 2 FUNCTION RM-PJM15 PROJECTOR for VPL-PS10 1 After all equipment connected to your eyes. INPUT-B (VPL-PX15 only): Selects display of the picture. 5 Turn the focus ring to the selected language. To restore the ...picture, press the PIC MUTING key again. CLICK D ZOOM 1 FUNCTION 2 for VPL-PX15/PX10 + RESET R - INPUT-A: Selects the video signal input from the S VIDEO connector on the Remote Commander (VPL-PX15/PX10 only). Press the APA key. The menu changes to adjust the focus.
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... the air filter Clean the air filter every 300 hours to get the suitable picture. • "ADJUSTING" appears on the kinds of the projector. For details on the Remote Commander or by holding the I / 1 key. 3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops running ; Projecting To turn...
... the air filter Clean the air filter every 300 hours to get the suitable picture. • "ADJUSTING" appears on the kinds of the projector. For details on the Remote Commander or by holding the I / 1 key. 3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops running ; Projecting To turn...
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To use the Laser Pointer function (VPLPX15/PX10 only) Press the LASER key on the Remote Commander. This function works only when a signal from a computer is input. 1 Project the original size picture and press the D ZOOM + key on the Remote Commander. This function works only when a signal from a computer is input. The Digital Zoom...
To use the Laser Pointer function (VPLPX15/PX10 only) Press the LASER key on the Remote Commander. This function works only when a signal from a computer is input. 1 Project the original size picture and press the D ZOOM + key on the Remote Commander. This function works only when a signal from a computer is input. The Digital Zoom...
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...the menu Press the MENU key. To reset items that the PJ/NETWORK select switch on the Remote Commander is set to NETWORK, the menu display will be reset to select a menu, then ...appears on the screen, and the items mentioned above cannot be reset are automatically stored in the projector memory. About the menu display You can be adjusted. The menu display appears. Items that ...POWER SAVING: OFF IR RECEIVER: FRONT&REAR 3 Select an item. The selected menu appears. Note (VPL-PX15/PX10 only) Before operation, confirm that have been adjusted Press the RESET key. If it is set the ...
...the menu Press the MENU key. To reset items that the PJ/NETWORK select switch on the Remote Commander is set to NETWORK, the menu display will be reset to select a menu, then ...appears on the screen, and the items mentioned above cannot be reset are automatically stored in the projector memory. About the menu display You can be adjusted. The menu display appears. Items that ...POWER SAVING: OFF IR RECEIVER: FRONT&REAR 3 Select an item. The selected menu appears. Note (VPL-PX15/PX10 only) Before operation, confirm that have been adjusted Press the RESET key. If it is set the ...
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...INSTALL SETTING Menu The INSTALL SETTING menu is displayed only for changing the install settings of the projector. To decrease the value, press the m or < key. is used in the following order: INPUT-A/INPUT-B (VPL-PX15 only)/VIDEO/S-VIDEO. Select an item Use the M or m key to change the ...setting. IR RECEIVER Selects the remote control detectors on the warning messages, see page 40 (GB). OFF: Turns off the on...
...INSTALL SETTING Menu The INSTALL SETTING menu is displayed only for changing the install settings of the projector. To decrease the value, press the m or < key. is used in the following order: INPUT-A/INPUT-B (VPL-PX15 only)/VIDEO/S-VIDEO. Select an item Use the M or m key to change the ...setting. IR RECEIVER Selects the remote control detectors on the warning messages, see page 40 (GB). OFF: Turns off the on...
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...see page 18 (GB)). made (see pages 18 (GB) to an both the LCD of the computer and an external monitor (see page 33 (GB)). external monitor. ...picture is something wrong with the frozen. (VPL-PX15 only) network software. Press the PIC MUTING key on the VPL-PX15/ PX10 Remote Commander to match the color system of the... on the connected depending on the combination of pixels on the with qualified Sony personnel. The color balance of the video The color system of the input... If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to 23 (GB)).
...see page 18 (GB)). made (see pages 18 (GB) to an both the LCD of the computer and an external monitor (see page 33 (GB)). external monitor. ...picture is something wrong with the frozen. (VPL-PX15 only) network software. Press the PIC MUTING key on the VPL-PX15/ PX10 Remote Commander to match the color system of the... on the connected depending on the combination of pixels on the with qualified Sony personnel. The color balance of the video The color system of the input... If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to 23 (GB)).
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...range. Check to see if nothing is out of the projector. Frequency is blocking the ventilation holes. Caution messages Use ...the screen. Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Please replace the LAMP. Backup Battery Very Low (VPL-PX15 only) Meaning Remedy ...PX10 Remote Commander. Troubleshooting Others Symptom The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes. The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up. It is set to replace the lamp. Meaning No input signal You have input an RGB signal from the computer when INPUT-A in the INSTALL SETTING menu to XGA (VPL-PX15/PX10) or SVGA (VPL...
...range. Check to see if nothing is out of the projector. Frequency is blocking the ventilation holes. Caution messages Use ...the screen. Consult with qualified Sony personnel. Please replace the LAMP. Backup Battery Very Low (VPL-PX15 only) Meaning Remedy ...PX10 Remote Commander. Troubleshooting Others Symptom The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes. The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up. It is set to replace the lamp. Meaning No input signal You have input an RGB signal from the computer when INPUT-A in the INSTALL SETTING menu to XGA (VPL-PX15/PX10) or SVGA (VPL...
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...power, 5 V DC Safety regulations UL1950 cUL (CSA No. 950) FCC Class A IC Class A NEMKO (EN60950) CE (LVD, EMC) C-Tick Laser beam (VPL-PX15/PX10 only) Laser type Wavelength Output Class 2 645 nm 1 mW General Dimensions 325 × 110 × 285 mm (12 7/8 × 4 3/8 × 11... Mass VPL-PX15: Approx. 5.3 kg (11 lb 11 oz) VPL-PX10/PS10: Approx. 4.9 kg (10 lb 13 oz) Power requirements VPL-PX15: AC 100 to 240 V, 3.0-1.25 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-PX10/PS10: AC 100 to 90 % Supplied accessories Remote Commander RM-PJM15 (VPL-PX15/PX10 only) (1) Remote Commander RM-PJM11 (VPL-PS10 only...
...power, 5 V DC Safety regulations UL1950 cUL (CSA No. 950) FCC Class A IC Class A NEMKO (EN60950) CE (LVD, EMC) C-Tick Laser beam (VPL-PX15/PX10 only) Laser type Wavelength Output Class 2 645 nm 1 mW General Dimensions 325 × 110 × 285 mm (12 7/8 × 4 3/8 × 11... Mass VPL-PX15: Approx. 5.3 kg (11 lb 11 oz) VPL-PX10/PS10: Approx. 4.9 kg (10 lb 13 oz) Power requirements VPL-PX15: AC 100 to 240 V, 3.0-1.25 A, 50/60 Hz VPL-PX10/PS10: AC 100 to 90 % Supplied accessories Remote Commander RM-PJM15 (VPL-PX15/PX10 only) (1) Remote Commander RM-PJM11 (VPL-PS10 only...
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...) Location and function of controls connector panel 13 (GB) control panel 11 (GB) front / left side 9 (GB) rear / right side / bottom 9 (GB) Remote Commander 14 (GB), 16 (GB) M, N Menu clearing the menu display 27 (GB) INPUT SETTING menu 29 (GB) INSTALL SETTING menu 32 (GB) PICTURE CTRL menu... turn off 25 (GB) turn on 23 (GB) POWER SAVING 12 (GB), 32 (GB) Precautions 7 (GB) Projecting 24 (GB) R Remote Commander (VPL-PS10) 16 (GB) Remote Commander (VPL-PX15/PX10) 14 (GB) Remote control detector front 9 (GB) rear 9 (GB) setting 32 (GB) Reset resettable items 27 (GB) resetting the item 27 (GB) RGB...
...) Location and function of controls connector panel 13 (GB) control panel 11 (GB) front / left side 9 (GB) rear / right side / bottom 9 (GB) Remote Commander 14 (GB), 16 (GB) M, N Menu clearing the menu display 27 (GB) INPUT SETTING menu 29 (GB) INSTALL SETTING menu 32 (GB) PICTURE CTRL menu... turn off 25 (GB) turn on 23 (GB) POWER SAVING 12 (GB), 32 (GB) Precautions 7 (GB) Projecting 24 (GB) R Remote Commander (VPL-PS10) 16 (GB) Remote Commander (VPL-PX15/PX10) 14 (GB) Remote control detector front 9 (GB) rear 9 (GB) setting 32 (GB) Reset resettable items 27 (GB) resetting the item 27 (GB) RGB...