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Video Projector VPL-VW100
2-655-463-11 (1)
Video Projector
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Operating Instructions
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Mode d’emploi
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Manual de instrucciones
VPL-VW100
© 2005 Sony Corporation
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Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. WARNING Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 To reduce the risk of fire or electric This device complies with Part 15 of the shock, do not expose this apparatus FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the to rain or moisture. following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) To avoid electrical shock, do not this device must accept any interference open the cabinet. Refer servicing to received, including
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For the customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Voor de klanten in Nederland Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch Disposal of Old Electrical & afval (KCA). Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible. This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that t
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Table of Contents Precautions .........................................7 Selecting the Wide Screen Mode .... 33 Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode ...............................................36 Location of Controls Adjusting the Picture Quality .......... 37 Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Front/Right Side .................................8 Processing ........................................ 39 Right Side ...........................................9 Rear/Bottom ......................
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Message Lists ............................. 61 Replacing the Lamp ......................... 63 Cleaning the Air Filter ..................... 66 Replacing the Air Filter ................... 67 Specifications ...................................69 Preset Signals ............................. 71 Input Signals and Adjustable/ Setting Items ................... 74 Ceiling Installation ........................... 76 When Using the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support ......... 77 When Using the PSS-610
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Precautions On safety Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further. Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for several days. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. The wall outlet should be near the unit and easily a
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Location of Controls Front/Right Side You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote control to operate the projector. Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 14) ON/STANDBY indicator (1 page 23) POWER SAVING indicator (1 page 50) LAMP/COVER indicator (1 page 60) TEMP/FAN Indicator Remote control (1 page 60) detector (1 page 22) Open the cover by pushing it. LENS button (1 page 23) M/m/
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Location of Controls Right Side - AC IN socket S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/ VIDEO INPUT connector (phono type) (1 page 20) Y/CB/PB/CR/PR (phono type) (1 page 18) INPUT A connector (1 page 21) HDMI connector (1 page 19) DVI-D connector (1 page 21) TRIGGER jack (mini jack) Outputs a 12 V signal when the power is on. REMOTE connector Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control NETWORK connector Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control GB Right Side 9
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Rear/Bottom Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 14) Top cover (1 page 63) Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 14) Remote control detector (1 page 22) Cover release lever (1 page 63) Projector suspension support attachment holes (1 page 76) Adjusters (1 page 26) Filter holder (1 page 66) Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 14) GB 10 Rear/Bottom
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Location of Controls Remote Control Infrared transmitter INPUT button (1 page 30) ?/1 (on/standby) switch LIGHT button LIGHT INPUT (1 page 23) Illuminates the buttons on the remote control. DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA PICTURE MODE PICTURE MODE USER 1 USER 2 USER 3 buttons (1 page 36) M/m/
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Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc. Unpacking Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items: Remote control (1) and Air filter cover (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) This air filter cover is used only when the projector is installed on a ceiling. (1 page 76) AC power cord (1) Lens cap (1) ImageDirector2 CD-ROM (1) When you have purchase
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Connections and Preparations Step 1: Installing the Projector Hot and humid Before Setting Up the Projector Unsuitable installation Do not place the projector in the following situations, which may cause malfunction or damage to the projector. Poorly ventilated location Locations subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner Installing the projector in such a location may cause a malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature. Near a heat or smoke
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Improper use Do not do any of the following while using the projector. Blocking the ventilation holes. 15º or more Ventilation holes Avoid using the projector tilted at an angle (exhaust) of more than 15 degrees. Do not install the projector anywhere other than on a level surface or on the ceiling. Improper installation of the projector may Ventilation holes cause a malfunction. (intake) When installing the unit at altitudes When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, se
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Connections and Preparations Installing the Projector and a Screen The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen. 1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen. You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector with the center of the lens within the areas indicated in the gray areas in the illustration. Use the values a, b and c in the table on page 16 as a guide. Ceiling installation Center of the
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When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen Unit: mm (inches) Screen 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 size (inches) a 1212 1842 2472 3102 3732 4677 5622 6252 7827 9402 3 1 3 1 7 1 3 1 1 1 (minimum) (47 /4) (72 /2) (97 /8) (122 /8) (146 /8) (184 /8) (221 /8) (246 /8) (308 /8) (370 /8) b 2105 3181 4257 5333 6409 8023 9637 10713 13403 16093 7 1 5 3 7 3 3 5 5 (maximum) (82 /8) (125 /4) (167 /8) (210) (252 /8) (315 /8) (379 /8) (421 /4) (527 /8) (633 /8) c 324 485 647 809 971 1213 1456 1618 2022 2
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Connections and Preparations 2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen. Top view Screen 3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it fits the screen. (1 page 22) To project an image, connect video equipment to the projector. (1 page 18) Note When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications. This is not a malfun
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Step 2: Connecting the Projector When making connections, be sure to do the following: Turn off all equipment before making any connections. Use the proper cables for each connection. Insert the cable plugs properly; plugs that are not fully inserted often generate noise. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not the cable itself. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment. Connecting to a DVD Player/Recorder or Digital Tuner To connect to
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Connections and Preparations To connect to a DVD player/recorder equipped with HDMI output You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector. AV amplifier Speakers Right side of the projector DVD player/recorder, etc., with the HDMI output INPUT PR INPUT A HDMI DVI-D TR to HDMI output HDMI cable (not supplied) : Video signal flow ................................................................................
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Connecting to Video Equipment You can connect a DVD player/recorder which is not equipped with component video connectors, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk player. See also the instruction manual of each equipment. Right side of the projector AV amplifier Speakers Video equipment to S video or video output S video or video cable (not supplied) : Video signal flow Tip If you do not know to which connector you should connect the cable, S VIDEO INPUT (S video input connector) or VIDE
