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Projector
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-EX175/EX145/EX120/EX100
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Table of Contents Overview Network Location and Function of Controls .... 3 Using Network Features (VPL-EX145/ EX175 only) ..................................23 Main unit ...................................... 3 Displaying the Control Window of Connector Panel ........................... 4 the Projector with a Web Remote Commander and Control Browser ...................................23 Panel ..........................................5 Confirming the Information regarding the Projector .....
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Overview B Overview Location and Function of Controls Main unit 2 1 q; qa 6 7 8 qh qd 9 qg qd qf qs qd 3 h ON/STANDBY indicator (page 26) i LAMP/COVER indicator (page 26) j Control panel (page 5) k Connector panel (page 4) l Remote control detector m Adjuster (page 11) 54 n Speaker (page 18) a Projection lens o Security lock b Focus ring (page 11) Connects to an optional security cable c Zoom ring (page 11) manufactured by Kensington. For details, visit Kensington’s web site. d Lamp cover (p
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Connector Panel 32 1 5 7 6 4 8 Input (pages 7, 8) Output (page 9) a INPUT A e OUTPUT Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector Video: Monitor output connector (RGB/YPBPR) (MONITOR) Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO) Audio: Audio output connector (AUDIO) b INPUT B (VPL-EX120/EX145/ Note EX175 only) This connector outputs the projected image or Video: RGB input connector (RGB) audio. The image is output as a computer signal Audio: Audio input connector (AUDIO) input from the RGB input connector (INP
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Overview Remote Commander and Control Panel Remote Commander a Turning on the power/Going to standby mode ?/1 (On/Standby) key 7 4 1 b Selecting an input signal INPUT APA ECO MODE (page 10) 2 6 MENU RESET INPUT key 3 c Operating a menu (page 14) ENTER MENU key RETURN RESET key ASPECT KEYSTONE PATTERN ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys 4 PIC MUTING RETURN key D ZOOM VOLUME FREEZE AUDIO MUTING 5 d Adjusting the image (page 11) ASPECT key KEYSTONE key PATTERN key Control Panel * APA (Auto Pixel Alignmen
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PIC MUTING key 3 Select “User” then press the b key. Cuts off the image. Press again to restore The setting items appear. the image. User AUDIO MUTING key Mutes the audio output. Press again to Lamp Mode Standard Power Saving Mode Off restore the previous volume. Standby Mode Low VOLUME +/– key Set Sel Back For adjusting the volume output. *2 FREEZE key 4 Press the V/v key to select the item Pauses a projected image. Press again to then press the ENTER key. restore the image. 5 Press the V/v
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Preparation B Preparation Connecting the Projector Notes � Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector. � Use the proper cables for each connection. � Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself. � For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting. � Use a no-resistance aud
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Connecting a Video equipment Connections with a VHS video deck, DVD player, or BD player are explained for each input signal. S VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with an S-video output connector. S video cable (not supplied) S video output connector Audio output Video equipment connector Audio cable (Phono plug × 2) (not supplied) VIDEO IN For connecting video equipment with a video output connector. Video cable (not supplied) Video output connector Audio output connector Video equ
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Preparation Connecting an External Monitor and Audio Equipment OUTPUT Projected images and input audio can be output to display equipment such as a monitor and audio equipment such as speakers with a built-in amplifier. Display equipment Mini D-sub 15-pin RGB input cable (supplied) connector Audio input connector Audio cable (stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Audio equipment Note Projected images and audio can be output. The image is output only as a computer signal input from the RGB inpu
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B Projecting/Adjusting an Image Projecting an Image The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances and projected image sizes, see “Projection Distance” (page 38). 5 Input Video S-Videoo Input-A Input-B Sel Skip 35 4 6 Computer 2 Video equipment Projector 1 Wall outlet 1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall 6 Switch your computer to output to outl
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Projecting/Adjusting an Image Adjusting the Projected image Focus Size (Zoom) Position Adjuster adjustment button Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the adjusters You can adjust the height of the projector using the adjusters. By changing the slope of the projector with adjusters, you can adjust the position of the projected image. Notes � Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers. � Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the adjuster extended. It may cause mal
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Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image Press ASPECT on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected image. You can also change the setting in Aspect of The Screen Menu (page 16, page 17). Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature) Keystone feature may not work automatically when the screen is tilted. In this case, set keystone manually. 1 Press KEYSTONE on the remote commander or select V Keystone in The Installation Menu. 2 Us
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Projecting/Adjusting an Image Turning Off the Power 1 Press the ?/1 key on the main unit or the Remote Commander. The message appears. Press it again according to the message. 2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. After step 1, the fan continues to run for a while to reduce internal heat, however, you may also unplug the AC power cord before the fan stops. To clear the confirmation message The message disappears if you press any key other than the ?/1 key on the main unit or the Rem
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B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU Note The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are using. 1 Press the MENU key to display the value of an item to its factory preset value, press the RESET key during menu. setting or adjusting. 2 Select the setting menu. Using a pop-up menu Use the V or v key to select the setting Press the V/v/B/b key to select an item. menu then press b or ENTER key. Press the ENTER key to restore the
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Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu The Picture Menu For adjusting the picture for each input signal. Items Item descriptions Picture Mode Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a “dynamic and vivid” picture. Standard: Makes the picture be natural and well balanced. *1 Presentation : Makes the picture bright to suit for a presentation. Living: Select for viewing sports, music, and digital video camera picture. Game: Select for viewing game picture. Cinema: Select for viewing film-like pic
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The Screen Menu For adjusting the size, position, and aspect ratio of the projected image for each input signal. Items Item descriptions *1 Aspect Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image. (page 17). When the Normal: Displays the image on the center point of the projected image computer without changing the resolution of the input signal or enlarging the image. signal is Full1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size without input changing the aspect ratio of the inp
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Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Aspect *1: If you select “Normal,” the image is Input signal Recommended projected in the same resolution as the setting value and input signal without changing the aspect projected image ratio of the original image. *1 (4:3) (Full1) *2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected *1 *2 to fit the projected image size, regardless (16:9) (Full1) of the aspect ratio of the image. *1 *2 (16:10) (Full1) *3: Depending on the input signal, the projected
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The Function Menu The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector. Items Item descriptions Volume The higher the setting, the higher an audio volume and the lower the setting, the lower the audio volume. The audio output level will work simultaneously. Speaker On/Off: When set to “On,” the sound will be output from the speaker. Set “Off” to mute the sound. Smart APA On/Off; When set to “On,” executes APA automatically when a signal is *1 input. CC Display CC1/CC2/CC3
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Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu The Operation Menu The Operation Menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the Remote Commander. Items Item descriptions Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays. Status On: All on-screen statuses are enabled. Off: Turn off the on-screen displays except for the menus, message when turning off the power, and warning messages. *1 Security Lock On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to au
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The Connection/Power Menu The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power. Items Item descriptions *3 Network Setting IP Address Setup Auto (DHCP): The IP address is assigned automatically from the DHCP server such as a router. Manual: To specify the IP Address manually. IP Address/ Subnet When “Manual” is selected for “IP Address Setup,” select the item Mask/ Default with the B or b key and input the value with V or v key. When all Gateway/Primary items are entere
