Operating Instructions
VPL-VW40
© 2007 Sony Corporation
3-280-691-11 (1)
Video Projector
2
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not
open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
For customers in the USA
If you have any questions about this product,
you may call:
Sony Customer Information Service Center
1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/
The number below is for FCC related
matters only.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: VPL-VW40
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the
appliance.
3
Disposal of Used Lamp
This projector’s lamp contains mercury and
should be disposed of properly. Consult your
local authorities regarding safe disposal.
The material contained in this lamp are
similar to those of a fluorescent lamp, so you
should dispose of it in the same way.
For customers in the United States
Lamp in this product contains mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated
due to environmental considerations. For
disposal or recycling information, please
contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance
(www.eiae.org).
For customers in Europe
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized
Representative for EMC and product safety
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For
any service or guarantee matters please refer
to the addresses given in separate service or
guarantee documents.
Trademark Information
“BRAVIA” and are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC.
“Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark.
4
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
For customers in Europe
Disposal of waste
batteries (applicable
in the European
Union and other
European countries
with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the
packaging indicates that the battery provided
with this product shall not be treated as
household waste.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potentially
negative consequences for the environment
and human health which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling of
the battery. The recycling of the materials
will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety,
performance or data integrity reasons
require a permanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staff only.
To ensure that the battery will be treated
properly, hand over the product at end-of-
life to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the
section on how to remove the battery from
the product safely. Hand the battery over to
the applicable collection point for the
recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information about
recycling of this product or battery, please
contact your local Civic Office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
For customers in Taiwan only
The socket-outlet should be installed near
the equipment and be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSED OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL RULES.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product
shall not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this
product. The recycling of materials will
help to conserve natural resources. For
more detailed information about
recycling of this product, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
5
Table of Contents
Precautions .........................................7
Front/Right Side .................................8
Rear/Bottom .......................................9
Remote Control ................................10
Unpacking ........................................11
Step 1: Installing the Projector .........12
Before Setting Up the
Projector .....................................12
Positioning the Projector and a
screen ..........................................14
Step 2: Connecting the Projector .....17
Connecting to a VCR .................17
Connecting to a Computer ..........20
Step 3: Adjusting the Picture
Position .............................................21
Step 4: Selecting the Menu
Language ..........................................25
Projecting the Picture on the
Screen .............................................. 27
Turning Off the Power ............... 28
Selecting the Wide Screen Mode .... 29
Selecting the Picture Viewing
Mode ............................................... 31
Adjusting the Picture Quality .......... 32
Selecting to directly adjust the
desired menu item ...................... 32
Selecting desired adjust menu
items in the order ....................... 33
Adjusting the Picture Using Real
Color Processing .............................. 34
Using the Supplied Software to
Adjust the Picture Quality
(ImageDirector3) ............................. 35
Operation through the Menus .......... 36
Picture Menu ................................... 40
Advanced Picture Menu .................. 43
Screen Menu .................................... 44
Setup Menu ...................................... 46
Function Menu ................................. 48
Installation Menu ............................. 49
Information Menu ............................ 51
About the Preset Memory No. ... 51
Location of Controls
Connections and
Preparations
Projecting
Using the Menus
6
Troubleshooting ............................... 52
Warning Indicators ..................... 55
Message Lists ............................. 56
Replacing the Lamp and the Air Filter
and cleaning the Ventilation holes
(intake) ............................................. 57
Cleaning the Air Filter ..................... 60
Cleaning and the Screen of the
Projector ........................................... 60
Specifications ................................... 61
Preset Signals ............................. 63
Input Signals and Adjustable/
Setting Items ............................... 66
Ceiling Installation ........................... 68
When Using the PSS-H10
Projector Suspension Support .... 68
Making Fine Adjustments to the
Horizontal Picture Position .............. 72
Index ............................................... 75
Others
7
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 accessible.
• The unit is not disconnected to the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the
unit itself has been turned off.
• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is
on.
• Do not place your hand or objects near the
ventilation holes. The air coming out is
hot.
On preventing internal heat build-
up
After you turn off the power with the I/1
(ON/STANDBY) switch, do not disconnect
the unit from the wall outlet while the
cooling fan is still running.
Caution
The projector is equipped with ventilation
holes (intake) and ventilation holes
(exhaust). Do not block or place anything
near these holes, or internal heat build-up
may occur, causing picture degradation or
damage to the projector.
On repacking
Save the original shipping carton and
packing material; they will come in handy if
you ever have to ship your unit. For
maximum protection, repack your unit as it
was originally packed at the factory.
8
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.
Location of Controls
INPUT button (1 page 27)
MENU button (1 page 36)
ON/STANDBY
indicator
(1 page 21)
LENS button
(1 page 22)
Remote control detector (1 page 21)
Ventilation holes
(exhaust) (1 page 13)
?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch (1 page 22)
LAMP/COVER
indicator
(1 page 55)
M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter)
button (1 page 36)
Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 13)
- AC IN socket
S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/VIDEO INPUT
connector (phono type) (1 page 19)
Y PB/CB PR/CR (phono type) (1 page 17)
INPUT A connector (1 page 20)
HDMI 1 connector (1 page 18)
TRIGGER jack (mini jack)
Outputs a 12 V signal when the power is on
REMOTE connector
Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control
(1 page 35)
HDMI 2 connector (1 page 18)
While the ON/STANDBY indicator
lights in orange, the power saving
mode is on. (1 page 46)
Note
9
Location of Controls
Rear/Bottom
Remote control detector
(1 page 21)
Filter holder (1 page 58)
Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 13)
Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 13)
Lamp cover (1 page 57)
Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 13)
Projector suspension
support attaching hole
(1 page 68)
Adjusters (1 page 24)
Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 13)
Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 13)
Ventilation holes (intake)
(1 page 13)
10
Remote Control
COLOR TEMP button
(1 page 32)
BLACK LEVEL button
(1 page 32)
RESET button
(1 page 36)
ADVANCED IRIS button
(1 page 32)
RCP (Real Color
Processing) button
(1 page 34)
BRIGHTNESS +/– button
(1 page 41)
ADJ PIC button
(1 page 33)
PICTURE MODE
buttons (1 page 31)
INPUT button
(1 page 27)
COLOR SPACE button
(1 page 32)
GAMMA CORRECTION
button (1 page 32)
M/m/</, (arrow)/
buttons
(1 page 36)
WIDE MODE button
(1 page 29)
MENU button
(1 page 36)
CONTRAST +/– button
(1 page 41)
Infrared transmitter
?/1 (ON/STANDBY)
switch (1 page 22)
LIGHT button
Illuminates the buttons on
the remote control.
SHARPNESS +/– button
(1 page 41)
LENS button
(1 page 22)
11
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:
Inserting the batteries into the remote control
Caution about handling the remote control
• Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill liquid of any kind
onto it.
• Do not place the remote in a location near a heat source, a place subject to direct
sunlight, or a damp room.
Connections and Preparations
• Remote control (1) and
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
• Lens cap (1)
When you have purchased the projector,
the lens cap is put onto the lens.
Remove this lens cap when you use the
projector.
• Operating Instructions (this manual)
• AC power cord (1)
• ImageDirector3 CD-ROM (1)
Insert the batteries E side first as shown in the illustration.
Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may
cause a short circuit and may generate heat.
Push and slide to open.
12
Step 1: Installing the Projector
The projector displays pictures output from
a VCR or other device.
The lens shift allows you to have broader
options for placing the projector and
viewing pictures easily.
Unsuitable installation
Do not place the projector in the following
situations, which may cause malfunction
or damage to the projector.
Poorly ventilated location
Leave space of more than 30 cm (11
7
/
8
inches)
around the unit.
Hot and humid
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 sensor
Malfunction of the sensor may occur.
Very dusty and extremely smoky
locations
Install in a location away from walls
To maintain the performance and
reliability of the projector, allow at
least 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) between
the projector and walls.
Before Setting Up the
Projector
30 cm
(11
7
/
8
inches)
30 cm
(11
7
/
8
inches)
30 cm
(11
7
/
8
inches)
30 cm
(11
7
/
8
inches)
13
Connections and Preparations
Improper use
Do not do any of the following while using
the projector.
Blocking the ventilation holes.
Tip
For details on the location of the ventilation
holes (intake or exhaust), see “Location of
Controls” on pages 8 to 9.
Tilting front/rear and left/right
Avoid using the projector tilted at an angle
of more than 15 degrees.
Do not install the projector anywhere other
than on a level surface or on the ceiling.
Failing to set this mode when using the
projector at high altitudes may result in
uneven color uniformity and reducing the
reliability of the effects of the lamp.
When installing the unit at altitudes
When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500
m or higher, set “Cooling Setting” in the Setup
menu to “High” (1 page 46). Failing to
set this mode when using the projector at high
altitudes could have adverse effects, such as
reducing the reliability of certain components.
Ventilation holes
(exhaust)
Ventilation holes
(intake)
15° or more
15° or more
15° or more
15° or more
15° or more
14
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 15 as a guide.
a: Minimum projection distance between the screen and the center of the projector’s
lens
b: Maximum projection distance between the screen and the center of the projector’s
lens
c: Vertical distance between the center of the screen and the center of the projector’s
lens when using the maximum upper vertical lens shift feature.
For installation of the projector on a ceiling, see “Ceiling Installation.” (1 page 68)
For details on the lens shift feature, see “Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position.”
(1 page 21)
Positioning the Projector and a screen
Center of projector’s
lens
a
b
c
Center of the screen
c
Ceiling installation
Floor installation
15
Connections and Preparations
When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen
Unit: mm (inches)
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = 31.5 (1
1
/4) × SS – 48.2 (1
15
/16)
b (maximum) = 53.8 (2
1
/8) × SS – 46.9 (1
7
/8)
c = 8.0876 (
11
/32) × SS
When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen (projecting a 4:3 picture)
Unit: mm (inches)
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = 38.551 (1
9
/16) × SS – 48.2 (1
15
/16)
b (maximum) = 65.842 (2
5
/8) × SS – 46.9 (1
7
/8)
c = 9.8979 (
13
/32) × SS
Screen
size
(inches)
40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 4572 5080 6350 7620
a
(minimum)
1212
(47
3
/
4
)
1842
(72
5
/
8
)
2472
(97
3
/
8
)
3102
(122
1
/
4
)
3732
(147)
4677
(184
1
/
4
)
5622
(221
3
/
8
)
6252
(246
1
/
4
)
7827
(308
1
/
4
)
9402
(370
1
/
4
)
b
(maximum)
2105
(82
7
/
8
)
3181
(125
1
/
4
)
4257
(167
5
/
8
)
5333
(210)
6409
(252
3
/
8
)
8023
(315
7
/
8
)
9637
(379
1
/
2
)
10713
(421
7
/
8
)
13403
(527
5
/
8
)
16093
(633
5
/
8
)
c
324
(12
7
/
8
)
485
(19
1
/
8
)
647
(25
1
/
2
)
809
(31
7
/
8
)
971
(38
1
/
4
)
1213
(47
7
/
8
)
1456
(57
3
/
8
)
1618
(63
3
/
4
)
2022
(79
5
/
8
)
2426
(95
5
/
8
)
Screen
size
(inches)
40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 4572 5080 6350 7620
a
(minimum)
1494
(58
7
/
8
)
2265
(89
1
/
4
)
3036
(119
5
/
8
)
3807
(150)
4578
(180
1
/
4
)
5734
(225
3
/
4
)
6891
(271
3
/
8
)
7662
(301
3
/
4
)
9590
(377
5
/
8
)
11517
(453
1
/
2
)
b
(maximum)
2587
(101
7
/
8
)
3904
(153
3
/
4
)
5220
(205
5
/
8
)
6537
(257
3
/
8
)
7854
(309
1
/
4
)
9829
(387)
11805
(464
7
/
8
)
13122
(516
5
/
8
)
16414
(646
1
/
4
)
19706
(775
7
/
8
)
c
396
(15
5
/
8
)
594
(23
1
/
2
)
792
(31
1
/
4
)
990
(39)
1188
(46
7
/
8
)
1485
(58
1
/
2
)
1782
(70
1
/
4
)
1980
(78)
2474
(97
1
/
2
)
2969
(117)
16
2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen.
3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it fits the
screen. (1 page 21)
To project an image, connect video equipment to the projector. (1 page 17)
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 malfunction of the projector.
Note
Screen
Top view
17
Connections and Preparations
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; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or
poor picture quality. 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.
To connect to a DVD player/recorder or Blu-ray Disc player equipped with
component video connectors
Connecting to a VCR
Component video cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow
DVD player/recorder or
Blu-ray Disc player, etc.,
with component video
connectors
Right side of the projector
AV amplifier
Speakers
18
To connect to a DVD player/recorder or Blu-ray Disc player
equipped with HDMI output
You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder or Blu-ray Disc
player equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector.
• When connecting equipment to the HDMI input of the projector, be sure to use
equipment that have acquired the HDMI logo.
• When connecting an HDMI cable to the projector, make sure the
V mark on the upper
part of the HDMI input of the projector and the
V mark on the connector of the cable is
set at the same position.
• If the picture from equipment connected to the projector with an HDMI cable is not
clear, check the settings of the connected equipment.
Notes
HDMI cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow
Right side of the projector
DVD player/recorder or
Blu-ray Disc player, etc.,
with the HDMI output
to HDMI output
AV amplifier
Speakers
When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use
a cable that has acquired the HDMI logo.
............................................................................................................................................................
This projector supports PC display input of HDMI standards. It also supports HDCP.
19
Connections and Preparations
To connect to a VCR equipped with the S video connector or
video connector
You can connect a DVD player/recorder, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk
player, which is not equipped with component video connectors. See also the instruction
manual of each equipment.
Tip
If you do not know to which connector you should connect the cable, S VIDEO INPUT (S video
input connector) or VIDEO INPUT (video input connector), connect it to S VIDEO to enjoy better
picture quality.
If the equipment to be connected has no S video connector, connect the cable to the video output.
S video or video cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow
Right side of the projector
to S video or
video output
Video equipment
AV amplifier
Speakers
20
Tip
Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu to “Auto” or “Computer.” If the input signal does
not appear properly, set it to “Computer.” (1 page 47, 56)
• When connecting an HDMI cable, make sure the V mark on the upper part of the HDMI
input of the projector and the
V mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same
position.
• If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both
computer’s display and this equipment, the picture of the equipment may not appear
properly. Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor.
For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions supplied with your computer.
For settings of the computer, consult with the manufacturer of the computer.
• If the picture from equipment connected to the projector with an HDMI cable is not
clear, check the settings of the connected equipment.
Connecting to a Computer
Notes
HD-Dsub15 pin cable (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow
Right side of the projector
to monitor output
Computer
When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use
a cable that has acquired the HDMI logo.
21
Connections and Preparations
Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position
Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position.
Tip
The
?/1 (ON/STANDBY), INPUT, LENS, MENU, and M/m/</,/ (joystick) buttons on the
side panel of the projector function the same as those on the remote control.
Depending on the installation location of the projector, you may not control it with the remote
control. In this case, point the remote control to the screen instead of the projector.
Note
1 After connecting the AC cord to
the projector plug the AC cord
into a wall outlet.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights
in red and the projector goes into
standby mode.
ON/STANDBY indicator
Remote control detector
4
5,6,7
2
1
Lights in red.
22
Tips
• You can select the desired language for the menu screen. For details, refer to “Step 4: Selecting
the Menu Language”. (1 page 25)
• When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function menu, the input terminal with
effective signals is automatically displayed by pressing INPUT. (1 page 48)
2 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY)
switch to turn on the projector.
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes
in green, and then lights in green.
When the ON/STANDBY indicator
flashes, “Starting...” appears on the
screen.
3 Turn on the equipment
connected to the projector.
Refer to the operating instructions of
the connected equipment.
4 Press INPUT to project the
picture on the screen.
Each time you press the button, the
input indication and equipment to be
projected change. (1 page 27)
5 Adjust the vertical picture
position.
Press the LENS button repeatedly until
the Lens Shift adjustment window (test
pattern) appears. Then select the proper
vertical position by pressing the M/m/
</, buttons. Each time you press
the LENS button, the LENS adjustment
window appears in order.
To move the position upward, press
M/,.
To move the position downward,
press
m/<.
Flashes in green for
a few seconds, and
then lights in green.
23
Connections and Preparations
Tip
When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation
menu, you cannot adjust the vertical
picture position. (1 page 49)
When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function menu, the test pattern is not displayed.
(1 page 48)
The picture moves up by a maximum of 65% of the screen size from the center of the lens.
Tip
You can also adjust the horizontal position of the lens. For detailed information, see “Making Fine
Adjustments to the Horizontal Picture Position” on page 72.
6 Adjust the picture size.
Press the LENS button repeatedly
until the Lens Zoom adjustment
window (test pattern) appears. Then
adjust the size of the picture by
pressing the M/m/</, buttons.
To make the picture larger, press
M/,.
To make the picture smaller, press
m/<.
Side view
: Picture position when the picture is
moved upward at the maximum
(When using the 16:9 screen. For
more details, see page 15.)
100”
809 mm (31
7
/
8
inches)
120”
971 mm (38
1
/
4
inches)
80”
647 mm (25
1
/
2
inches)
65%
1
screen
height
center of lens
24
Tip
When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation
menu, you cannot adjust the picture size
and the focus. (1 page 49)
When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function menu, the test pattern is not displayed.
(1 page 48)
To adjust the tilt of the installation surface
If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector
level.
Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the adjusters.
7 Adjust the focus.
Press the LENS button repeatedly
until the Lens Focus adjustment
window (test pattern) appears. Then
adjust the focus of the picture by
pressing the M/m/</, buttons.
Note
Adjusters
Turn to adjust.
25
Connections and Preparations
Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language
You can select one of 16 languages for displaying the menu and other on-screen displays.
The factory default setting is English. To change the current menu language, set the
desired language with the menu screen.
1 Press MENU.
The menu appears.
1
2,3,4
26
2 Press M/m to select the Setup
menu, and press , or .
The setting items of the selected menu
appears.
3 Press M/m to select “Language,”
and press , or .
4 Press M/m/</, to select a
language, and press .
The menu changes to the selected
language.
To clear the menu
Press MENU.
27
Projecting
This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the equipment
connected to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture to suit
your taste.
Projecting the Picture on the Screen
* Set the “Input-A Signal Sel.” setting in the Setup menu according to the signal input. When
you set it to “Auto,” and cannot display the picture properly, select an appropriate signal
according to the input signal. (1 page 47, 51)
** Make the setting on the equipment connected with HDMI cable according to the HDMI
standards.
The color gradation of the dark area or the bright area may become unclear, or texts may become
faded when a signal other than those from HDMI standard is input. Adjusting the “Brightness”
and the “Contrast”, or adjusting the “Sharpness” in the Picture menu may improve these
conditions. (1 page 41)
Projecting
1 Power on both the equipment
and the device connected to the
equipment.
2 Press INPUT repeatedly to
select the input you want to
project on the screen.
Display the indication of the input you
want.
Example: To view the picture
from the video
equipment connected
to the VIDEO INPUT
connector.
To view the picture from Press INPUT to display
Video equipment connected to the VIDEO INPUT connector Video
Video equipment connected to S VIDEO INPUT connector S-Video
Component equipment connected to Y P
B/CB PR/CR on the projector Component
RGB/component equipment connected to the INPUT A connector Input-A*
Equipment connected to the HDMI 1 connector HDMI1**
Equipment connected to the HDMI 2 connector HDMI2**
28
Tip
When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function menu, the input terminal with effective
signals is automatically displayed by pressing INPUT.
1 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch.
A message “POWER OFF?” appears on the screen.
2 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch again before the message
disappears.
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run to reduce the
internal heat. First, the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes quickly, during which you will
not be able to light up the ON/STANDBY indicator with the
?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch.
3 Confirm that the fan stops running and the ON/STANDBY indicator lights
in red.
You can turn off the projector by holding the
?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch for about one
second, instead of performing the above steps.
Turning Off the Power
29
Projecting
Selecting the Wide Screen Mode
You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to the video signal received.
Press WIDE MODE.
Each time you press the button, you can
select the “Wide Mode” setting.
You can also select it using the menu.
(1 page 44)
Wide Zoom
A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged over
the entire screen properly. The upper and
lower portions of the screen are slightly
cut off.
Normal
A picture with normal 4:3 aspect ratio is
displayed in the center of the screen to fill
the vertical screen size.
Full
A picture squeezed to 4:3 is displayed
with the correct aspect ratio. A 4:3 picture
is enlarged horizontally to fit the 16:9
screen.
Tip
Squeezed: An original 16:9 aspect ratio picture
is recorded horizontally compressed to a 4:3
picture.
WIDE MODE
button
Squeezed
Original image When the Wide Mode
is operated
30
You can adjust the vertical position of the picture with “V Center” and “Vertical Size” in the Screen
menu only when “Zoom” is selected. (1 page 45)
Notes on selecting the wide screen mode
The projector is featured with the WIDE MODE. When changing the settings of WIDE
MODE, use caution as described below.
• Select the wide screen mode taking into account that changing the aspect ratio of the
original picture will provide a different look from that of the original image.
• Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original
picture by switching to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of
authors or producers, which are legally protected.
Zoom
A normal 16:9 aspect ratio picture is
enlarged vertically and horizontally in the
same ratio to fill the screen. Use this mode
to view a letterbox picture or a letterbox
picture with side panels.
If the subtitle of a movie, etc. is hidden
and cannot be seen, adjust the screen with
“Vertical Size” and “V Center” to display
the subtitle. (1 page 45)
Full1 (When the PC signal is
input)
Displays a picture on the whole of the
screen without changing the aspect ratio
of the original picture.
Full2 (When the PC signal is
input)
Displays a picture on the whole of the
screen.
Note
Letterbox picture
Letterbox picture with side panels
31
Projecting
Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode
You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or room
conditions.
Press one of the
PICTURE MODE buttons
(DYNAMIC, STANDARD,
CINEMA and USER 1, USER 2
and USER 3).
DYNAMIC
Enhances picture contrast and sharpness.
STANDARD
The quality of the picture becomes less
rough than the one selected by
“DYNAMIC”.
CINEMA
Recommended when viewing a movie in
the dark place.
USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3
You can adjust the quality of the picture to
suit your taste and store the settings into
the selected memory of the projector.
Press one of the USER 1, USER 2 and
USER 3 buttons, then adjust the picture
by using the buttons on the remote control
or the menus (1 pages 32, 40). The
settings are stored, and you can view the
picture with the adjusted picture quality
by pressing the button.
PICTURE MODE
buttons
DYNAMIC
STANDARD
CINEMA
USER 1, USER 2
and USER 3
32
Adjusting the Picture Quality
You can easily adjust the picture quality that suits your taste by selecting the adjustment
items with the remote control. The adjusted data can be stored in each picture mode.
Selecting to directly adjust the desired menu item
Press COLOR SPACE, COLOR
TEMP, BLACK LEVEL, GAMMA
CORRECTION or ADVANCED IRIS.
COLOR SPACE button
Adjusts the range of color reproduction on the
screen.
Each time you press the button, the setting is
switched either to “Normal” or “Wide” to
change the range of color reproduction on the
screen.
COLOR TEMP button
Each time you press the button, the setting of
the button is changed in the order of “High,”
“Middle,” “Low,” “Custom1,” “Custom2”,
“Custom3”.
BLACK LEVEL button
Each time you press the button, the setting of
the button is changed in the order of “High”,
“Low”, “Off”.
GAMMA CORRECTION button
Each time you press the button, the setting of
the button is changed in the order of
“Gamma1”, “Gamma2”, “Gamma3” and
“Off”.
ADVANCED IRIS button
Adjusts the desired iris when projecting a
picture.
Each time you press the button, the setting of
the button is changed in the order of “Auto1”,
“Auto2”, “Manual” and “Off”.
BLACK LEVEL
button
GAMMA
CORRECTION
button
COLOR
SPACE button
ADVANCED
IRIS button
COLOR TEMP
button
33
Projecting
Selecting desired adjust menu items in the order
1 Press ADJ PIC.
Each time you press the button, the
following adjustment windows are
displayed in sequence.
For details on each adjustment, see the
Picture menu. (1 page 40)
Some adjustment windows cannot be
displayed, depending on the type of input
signal. For details, see “Input Signals and
Adjustable/Setting Items” (1 page 66)
2 Make the setting or adjustment
on an item.
When changing the adjustment
level
To increase the value, press ,.
To decrease the value, press <.
When changing the setting
Press M/m to change the setting.
1
2
Example: To adjust the contrast
Note
34
Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color
Processing
The Real Color Processing (RCP) feature allows you to adjust the color and hue of each
target of the projected picture you specify independently. You can thus obtain a picture
more suitable to your taste.
Tip
Freeze the scene of the video source when you are adjusting the picture using Real Color Processing.
1 Press RCP on the remote
control.
2 Press M/m to select “User1,”
“User2” or “User3,” then press
,.
The RCP (Real Color Processing)
window appears.
3 Select the target color you want
to adjust.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 described
below to specify the target color.
1 Press
M/m to select
“Color Select,” then press
</,
to select the color you want to
adjust among “Red,” “Yellow,”
“Green,” “Cyan,” “Blue” and
“Magenta.”
Only the portions that correspond
to the specified color will be
colored and the other portions will
be displayed in black and white.
The reference palette in the RCP
window also shows the adjustable
colors. Select the desired setting to
adjust the color on the projected
image using the reference palette
as a guide.
2, 3, 4, 5
1
Reference palette
35
Projecting
Using the Supplied Software to Adjust the
Picture Quality (ImageDirector3)
By using the “ImageDirector3” (supplied as a CD-ROM), you can make the desired
gamma correction from a computer connected to the projector. Connect the REMOTE
connector of the projector with a computer and start-up “ImageDirector3” on the
computer.
For details on how to use the “ImageDirector3”, refer to the Help within the CD-ROM.
• You need to install the “ImageDirector3” on a computer beforehand.
• When connecting the REMOTE connector with a computer, connect while the power of
the computer and the projector is off.
2 Press
M/m to select “Position” or
“Range,” and specify it more
delicate color position and color
range you want to adjust using
</,.
4 Adjust the color of the specified
portions.
Press
M/m to select “RCP Color” or
“RCP Hue,” then adjust the color or
hue of the portions selected in step 3 to
suit your taste using
</, while
watching the projected picture. The
picture is returned to normal color
during adjustment.
5 After the adjustment is
complete, press .
The RCP window disappears and the
picture of step 2 is appeared. Then
after a few seconds, normal picture is
restored.
Tip
There are some limitations on selection of
position and range.
Notes
36
This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the menus.
Operation through the Menus
The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and
settings. Some of the adjustable/setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a setting
menu or adjustment menu with no main menu, or in the next menu window. If you select
an item name followed by an arrow (
B), the next menu window with setting items appears.
To change the on-screen menu language, see “Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language.”
(1 page 25)
Using the Menus
2, 3, 4
1
RESET button
37
Using the Menus
1 Press MENU.
The menu window appears.
2 Press M/m to select a menu item,
and press , or .
The items that can be set or adjusted
with the selected menu appear. The
item presently selected is shown in
yellow.
38
3 Press M/m to select an item you
want to set or adjust and press
, or .
The setting items are displayed in a
pop-up menu, in a setting menu, in an
adjustment menu or in the next menu
window.
Pop-up menu
Setting items
Next menu window
Setting items
Setting menu
Adjustment menu
39
Using the Menus
4 Make the setting or adjustment
of an item.
When changing the adjustment
level
To increase the value, press M/,.
To decrease the value, press m/<.
Press to restore the original screen.
When changing the setting
Press M/m to change the setting.
Press to restore the original screen.
You can restore the original screen
using < depending on the selected
item.
Items that cannot be adjusted
Adjustable items differ depending on the
input signal. The items that cannot be
adjusted or set do not appear in the menu.
(1 page 66)
To clear the menu
Press MENU.
To reset the picture that has
been adjusted
Select “Reset” from Picture menu.
When the screen display appears, select
“Yes” using < and press .
All of the following settings are reset to its
factory preset value.
The settings of “Advanced Iris”, “Lamp
Control”, “Contrast”, “Brightness”,
“Color”, “Hue”, “Color Temp”,
“Sharpness” and “Expert Setting” on the
Picture
menu
To reset the items that have
been adjusted
Select an item in the Menu screen, and
display the pop-up menu, the setting
menu, and the adjustment menu.
Press the RESET on the remote control to
reset only the selected settings to its
factory preset value.
RESET button on the remote control is
available only when the adjustment menu
or the setting menu is selected.
Note
40
Picture Menu
The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture.
Picture Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of
picture or the environment.
Dynamic: Select this for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness to
reproduce color tones.
Standard: Select this to reduce roughness compared to viewing the
picture with Dynamic.
Cinema: Select this for watching movies, etc. in a dark environment.
User1, User2, User3: You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit
your taste and then store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you
can view the picture with the adjusted picture quality by pressing the
PICTURE MODE button on the remote control.
To store the settings
1 Select User1, User2, or User3.
2 Adjust the items you want in the menus.
Tips
• You can also adjust the picture quality in “Dynamic”, “Standard” or
“Cinema”, and store the settings. To reset everything to the factory
settings, select “Reset” from the menu.
• Some adjustment windows cannot be displayed, depending on the type
of input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting
Items” (1 page 66).
41
Using the Menus
Cinema Black Pro Advanced Iris
Switches the iris function during projection.
Auto1: Automatically switches to an optimum iris according to a
projected scene. The contrast of the scene is emphasized most.
Auto2: An optimum iris becomes smaller than when set to “Auto1”. The
contrast of the scene becomes reduced.
Sensitivity: If “Auto1” or “Auto2” is selected, either “Recommend”,
“Fast”, or “Slow” can be selected according to the desired response
speed with Sensitivity Mode.
Manual: Manually adjusts the Iris.
Off: Normal contrast.
Lamp Control
Switches the lamp wattage during projection.
High: Normal wattage.
Low: Enhances the black by reducing the lamp wattage.
Tip
When you switch from “Low” to “High”, the number of turns of the fan
increases, and the fan noise becomes slightly louder.
Contrast Adjusts the white area of pictures (white level).
The higher the setting, the greater the contrast. The lower the setting, the
lower the contrast.
You can make adjustments by pressing the CONTRAST+/– on the
remote control.
Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the
darker the picture.
You can make adjustments by pressing the BRIGHTNESS+/– on the
remote control.
Color Adjusts the intensity of the color density.
The higher the setting, the greater the intensity. The lower the setting, the
lower the intensity.
Hue Adjusts the color tone.
The higher the setting, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower
the setting, the more reddish the picture becomes.
Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature.
High: Gives white colors a blue tint.
Middle: Gives a neutral tint between “High” and “Low”.
Low: Gives white colors a red tint.
Custom1, Custom2, Custom3: Enables you to adjust, set, and store
your favorite color temperature.
Sharpness Sharpens the outline of the picture, or reduces the noise.
The higher the setting, the sharper the picture. The lower the setting, the
softer the picture, thus reducing the noise.
You can make adjustments by pressing the SHARPNESS+/– on the
remote control.
42
Expert Setting NR (Noise Reduction)
Reduces the roughness or noise of the picture.
Usually, select “Off”.
If the picture is rough or noisy, select a setting from among “Low”,
“Middle” or “High” according to the input signal source.
DDE (Dynamic Detail Enhancer)
According to the film source you have selected, make a setting for
playback.
Film: Normally, select this option. Reproduces the 2-3 Pull-Down film
sources with smooth picture movement. When the video signal with a
format other than the 2-3 Pull-Down is input, “Progressive” is
automatically selected.
Progressive: Converts an interlace format video signal to a progressive
format.
Off: Plays a video signal in an interlace format without converting.
Black Level Adj. (Adjust)
Produces a bolder, dynamic picture.
Set according to the input signal source.
High: Gives higher emphasis to the black color.
Low: Gives lower emphasis to the black color.
Off: Cancels this feature.
Gamma Correction
Adjusts the response characteristics of the tone of the picture.
Select a favorite tone from three options.
Gamma1: Makes a scene a little brighter.
Gamma2: Makes a scene brighter.
Gamma3: Makes a scene darker.
Off: Gamma Correction is “Off”
Using the specified controller, “ImageDirector3” (supplied as a
CD-ROM) allows you to adjust, set, and store a favorite tone in a
computer.
For detailed information on “ImageDirector3”, refer to the Help
provided on the supplied CD-ROM in the computer.
43
Using the Menus
Advanced Picture Menu
The Advanced Picture is used for adjusting the picture more.
RCP (Real Color
Processing)
You can adjust the color and hue of each selected portion of the
picture independently.
User1, User2, User3: You can adjust the picture using Real Color
Processing and store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you can
view the picture with the adjusted picture quality.
Off: Cancels this feature.
For details, see “Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing”.
(1 page 34)
Color Space You can convert the range of color reproduction.
Normal: Converts the color to Hi-Vision color.
Wide: Reproduces more natural color tones in a wider range of color
reproduction, compared to “Normal”.
44
Screen Menu
The Screen menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can adjust the size of the picture,
and select wide screen mode, etc.
.
Wide Mode
(Video signal)
You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the
current input signal. This item is enabled only when a video signal
(preset memory numbers 1 to 14) (1 page 63, 64) is input.
Wide Zoom: A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged over the entire screen
properly. The upper and lower portions of the screen are slightly cut
off.
Normal: A picture with normal 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed in the center
of the screen to fill the vertical screen size.
Full: A picture squeezed to 4:3 is displayed with the correct aspect ratio.
A 4:3 picture is enlarged horizontally to fit the 16:9 screen.
Zoom: A normal 16:9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and
horizontally in the same ratio to fill the screen.
Wide Mode
(PC signal)
You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be displayed for the
current input signal. This item is enabled only when a PC signal is
input.
Full1: Displays a picture on the whole of the screen without changing
the aspect ratio of the original picture.
Full2: Displays a picture on the whole of the screen.
Zoom: A normal 16:9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and
horizontally in the same ratio to fill the screen.
Over Scan Hides the outline of the picture.
On: Hides the outline of the input picture. Select this setting when noise
appears along the edge of the picture.
Off: Projects the whole of the input picture.
Tip
To display the displayable region within the four directions of the screen,
refer to “Blanking” on the Installation menu (1 page 50).
Screen Area Selects the size of the picture when a Hi-Vision picture is
overscanned.
Full: Expands the picture on the whole of the screen.
Through: Does not expands the picture on the whole of the screen.
This item is effective only when a Hi-Vision signal (preset memory No.
7, 8, 9, 12, 13 and 14) is input and “On” is selected in “Over Scan”.
Note
45
Using the Menus
V Center Adjust the whole picture by moving up and down on the screen.
As the selected number increases, the screen moves up, and as the
selected number decreases, the screen moves down.
This item is adjustable only when “Zoom” is selected.
Vertical Size Reduces or enlarges the picture vertically.
The screen is enlarged as the setting increases and reduced as the setting
decreases. If the subtitle of a movie, etc. cannot be seen, use this together
with “V Center”.
This item is adjustable only when “Zoom” is selected.
Adjust Signal You can adjust the input signal.
APA: Adjusts the position of the image signal automatically for
“Phase”, “Pitch”, and “Shift”.
Phase: Adjusts the dot phase of the panel and the computer signal.
Adjust the picture to the point where it looks clearest.
Pitch: Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture from a computer.
The higher the setting, the wider the picture. The lower the setting, the
narrower the picture. Adjust the setting to match the number of dots of
the input signal.
Shift: Adjusts the position of the picture.
H: As the setting for H (horizontal) increases, the picture moves
to the right, and as the setting decreases, the picture moves to
the left. Use < / , to adjust the horizontal position.
V: As the setting for V (vertical) increases, the picture moves up,
and as the setting decreases, the picture moves down. Use M /
m to adjust the vertical position.
Note
Note
46
Setup Menu
The Setup menu is used to change the factory preset settings, etc.
Status Sets whether or not the on-screen display is displayed.
Set to “Off” to turn off the on-screen displays except for the menus,
message when turning off the power, and warning messages.
Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
Available languages are: English, Dutch, French, Italian, German,
Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese,
Chinese (Simplified Chinese), Chinese (Traditional Chinese),
Korean, Thai and Arabic.
Cooling Setting Use this item when using the projector at high altitudes.
High: Use this setting when using the projector at an altitude of
1,500 m or higher.
Standard: Use this setting when using the projector at normal
altitudes.
When this item is set to “High”, the fan noise becomes slightly
louder since the number of fan rotation increases.
Standby Mode Lowers the power consumption in standby.
When set to “Standard”, the power consumption in standby becomes
normal.
When set to “Low”, the power consumption in standby is lowered.
Power Saving Sets the power saving mode.
When set to “On”, the projector goes into power saving mode if no
signal is input for 10 minutes. At that time, the ON/STANDBY
indicator lights in orange, then the screen becomes dark. In power
saving mode, the power saving mode is cancelled if a signal is input
or any button is pressed. If you do not want to set the projector to
power saving mode, select “Off”.
Note
47
Using the Menus
Input-A Signal Sel. Selects the type of signal input from the equipment connected to
the INPUT A connector.
Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by selecting
“Input-A” with the INPUT button.
Auto: Selects the input signal type automatically.
Computer: Inputs the signal from a computer.
Video GBR: Inputs the signal from a TV game or HDTV broadcast.
Component: Inputs the component signal from a DVD player/
recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, digital tuner, etc.
When the input signal is not displayed correctly with this item set to
“Auto,” select the item according to the input signal.
Color System Selects the color system of the input signal.
Auto: Selects the color system of the input signal automatically
from among NTSC
3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-M,
PAL-N, or PAL60.
“NTSC3.58”–“PAL-N”: Allows you to set the color system to the
selected system manually.
Normally, set this to “Auto.” If the picture is distorted or colorless,
select the color system appropriate for the input signal.
Lamp Setting When replacing the lamps, set the desired lamp setting.
(1 page 59)
Note
Note
48
Function Menu
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the
projector.
Auto Input Search Detects the input signal and displays the detected input signal
automatically when the INPUT button is pressed.
When set to “On”, the projector detects whether a Component,
HDMI 1, HDMI 2, Video, S-video or Input-A signal is input when
the input terminal with effective signals is automatically selected by
pressing INPUT. Set this to “Off” when you want to select an input
selector with no input signal, or you want to switch the setting
manually.
Test Pattern Displays the test pattern.
When set to “On,” a test pattern appears on the screen to be used
when adjusting the lens with “Lens Focus,” “Lens Zoom,” and “Lens
Shift,” or correcting the screen proportions with “V Keystone.” A
test pattern does not appear when this item is set to “Off.”
Tip
While the test pattern is displayed, it is only displayed in green to
allow you to adjust the focus easily.
Background Selects the background color of the screen when no signal is
input.
You can select “Black” or “Blue”.
49
Using the Menus
Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings.
V Keystone Corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture.
When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top ( ):
Sets a lower value (– direction)
When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom ( ):
Sets a higher value (+ direction).
Depending on the picture position adjusted with the lens shift
feature, the aspect ratio of the picture may change from the original
or picture distortion may occur with V Keystone adjustment.
Image Flip Flips the picture on the screen horizontally and/or vertically.
Off: The picture does not flip.
HV: Flips the picture horizontally and vertically.
H: Flips the picture horizontally.
V: Flips the picture vertically.
Use this item for installation for the backside projection or ceiling
installation.
Lens Control Avoids any operation of the lens such as “Lens Focus,” “Lens
Zoom,” and “Lens Shift,” by mistake.
When set to “On,” you can adjust the projection lens using “Lens
Focus,” “Lens Zoom,” and “Lens Shift.” After you make this
adjustment, it is recommended that you set this item to “Off” to
avoid any operation of the lens.
IR Receiver Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on the front
and rear of the projector.
Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear detectors.
Front: Activates the front detector only.
Rear: Activates the rear detector only.
Note
50
Blanking This feature allows you to adjust the displayable region within
the four directions of the screen.
Select each screen edge “Left / Right / Top / Bottom” on the
Blanking adjustment screen with M / m buttons. Adjust the desired
Blanking value with < / , button.
When both the “Blanking” and the “V Keystone” are adjusted at the
same time, the “Blanking” cannot be adjusted correctly. When using
the “Blanking”, make sure that you set the “V Keystone” to “0”.
Note
51
Using the Menus
Information Menu
The Information menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical
frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp.
• fH (horizontal frequency) and fV(vertical frequency) may not be displayed depending
on the input signal used on the projector.
• You cannot change the displays listed above.
This projector has 38 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory). When the
preset signal is input, the projector automatically detects the signal type and recalls the
data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. The memory
number and signal type of that signal are displayed in the Information menu.
You can also adjust the preset data through the Screen menu.
This projector also contains 20 different user memories beside the preset memories used
for inputting analog computer signals. You can save input signals that have not been preset
on these user memories.
When an unpreset signal is input for the first time, a memory number is displayed as 0.
When you adjust the data of the signal in the Screen menu, it will be registered to the
projector. If more than 20 user memories are registered, the newest memory always
overwrites the oldest one.
See the chart on page 63 to find if the signal is registered to the preset memory.
When the aspect ratio of input signal does not match the screen size, a part of the screen is displayed in black.
Model Name Displays the model name (VPL-VW40).
Serial No. Displays the serial number.
fH (horizontal frequency) Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.
fV (vertical frequency) Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal.
Memory No. Displays the preset memory number of the input signal.
Signal type Displays the type of the input signal.
Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on (total usage).
Notes
About the Preset Memory No.
Note
Memory No.
Signal type
Serial No.
Model name: VPL-VW40
52
This section describes about the other functions, how to solve the problems, how to
replace the lamp and air filter, etc.
Troubleshooting
If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem
using the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony
personnel.
Power
Picture
Others
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The power is not turned on. c After about one minute, turn the power on.
c Close the lamp cover securely, then tighten the screws securely.
(1 page 57)
c Close the filter holder securely. (1 page 59)
c Check warning indicators. (1 page 55)
Symptom Cause and Remedy
No picture. c Check that the proper connections have been made.
(1 page 17)
c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT button.
(1 page 27)
c Set the computer signal to output from an external monitor.
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor.
c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A
Signal Sel.” on the Setup menu according to the input
signal. (1 page 47)
The picture from the
INPUT A connector is
colored strange.
c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A
Signal Sel.” on the Setup menu according to the input
signal. (1 page 47)
The picture from the
VIDEO INPUT or
S VIDEO INPUT
connector is colored
strange.
c Adjust the picture of the Picture menu. (1 page 40)
c Set “Color System” in the Setup menu to match the color
system being input. (1 page 47)
53
Others
On-screen display
Remote control
The color gradation of the
dark area or the bright area
of the picture from the
HDMI 1 or HDMI 2
connector becomes
unclear.
c The color gradation of the dark area or the bright area may
become unclear when a signal other than those from HDMI
standard is input. Adjust the “Brightness” and the “Contrast” in
the Picture menu. (1 page 41)
The picture is too dark. c Adjust the “Contrast” or “Brightness” of the Picture menu
properly. (1 page 41)
The picture is not clear. c Adjust the focus. (1 page 24)
c Condensation has accumulated on the lens. Leave the projector
for about two hours with the power on.
The picture flickers. c Activate “APA”, then adjust the current input signal.
c Adjust “Phase” for “Adjust Signal” in the Screen menu
properly. (1 page 45)
Symptom Cause and Remedy
Symptom Cause and Remedy
On-screen display does not
appear.
c Set “Status” in the Setup menu to “On.” (1 page 46)
c Check if the
?/1 (ON/STANDBY) indicator should light in
green.
The model name does not
disappear from the screen.
c The display mode of the projector may be set at the time of
purchase. Consult with your local dealer or qualified Sony
personnel.
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The remote control does
not work.
c Batteries could be weak. Replace them with new batteries.
(1 page 11)
c Insert the batteries with the correct polarities. (1 page 11)
c In the Installation menu, set the setting of “IR Receiver” to
“Front & Rear”. (1 page 49)
c If there is a fluorescent lamp near the remote control detector, the
projector may work improperly or inadvertently. Change the
setting of “IR Receiver” in the Installation menu. (1 page 49)
54
Others
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The fan is noisy. c Check the setting of “Cooling Setting” in the Setup menu.
(1 page 46)
c Make sure that the room temperature is not too high.
Check the installation conditions. (1 page 12)
The number of fan rotation increases to maintain the product
reliability of the projector’s components in a room, where the
temperature is higher than normal. The fan noise becomes
slightly louder. The approximate normal temperature is 25°C.
Image is left on the screen.
(image retention)
c When High contrast non-moving images are displayed for a
long period of time, there may be some image retention on the
screen. This is only a temporary condition. Turning off the
power for a while will eliminate the retained image.
55
Others
The ON/STANDBY or LAMP/COVER indicator lights up or flashes if there is any
trouble with your projector.
When a warning indicator other than the above starts flashing, and the symptom persists even after
carrying out the above methods, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Warning Indicators
Symptom Cause and Remedy
LAMP/COVER flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 2
flashes)
c Close the lamp cover securely, then tighten the screws securely.
(1 page 57)
c Close the filter holder securely. (1 page 59)
LAMP/COVER flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 3
flashes)
c The lamp has reached the end of its useful lifespan. Replace the
lamp. (1 page 57)
c The lamp has reached a high temperature. Wait until the lamp
cools, and then turn on the power again.
ON/STANDBY flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 4
flashes)
c The fan is broken. Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
ON/STANDBY flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 2
flashes)
c The internal temperature is unusually high. Check to ensure that
if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes or whether or not the
projector is being used at high altitudes.
ON/STANDBY flashes in
red. (A repetition rate of 6
flashes)
c Press the I/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch to turn on the projector. If
the power is not turned on, disconnect the AC power cord, then
confirm the ON/STANDBY lamp is turned off. After about 10
seconds, reconnect the AC power cord and turn on the power
again. If the indicators still light up, the electrical system has a
problem. Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Note
ON/STANDBY indicator
LAMP/COVER indicator
56
Warning messages
Caution messages
Message Lists
Message Cause and Remedy
High temp.! Lamp off in 1
min.
c Turn off the power.
c Check to ensure that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
(1 page 13)
Frequency is out of range! c Frequency is out of range. Input a signal that is within the
acceptable frequency range of the projector.
Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu to
“Computer” when an RGB signal is input from a computer.
(1 page 47)
Please replace the Lamp/
Filter.
c It is time to replace the lamp. Replace the lamp. (1 page 57)
c Also, replace the air filter too. Restart cleaning the Ventilation
holes (intake). (1 page 57)
If this message appears again after you replace the lamp and
filter, the lamp replacement process is not complete. Check the
lamp replacement process. (1 page 57)
To clear this message, press any button either on the remote control
or the control panel of the projector once.
Please clean the filter. c It is time to clean the air filter. Clean the air filter. (1 page 60)
To clear this message, press any button either on the remote control
or the control panel of the projector once.
Please clean the filter. Have
you finished? Yes No
c It is time to clean the air filter. Clean the air filter. (1 page 60)
c If you cleaned the air filter, select “Yes.” If you did not clean the
air filter, select “No.”
Projector temperature is
high. Cooling Setting
should be “High” if
projector is being used at
high altitude.
c Check to ensure that the Ventilation holes on the unit are not
covered. (1 page 13)
c When using the projector at high altitude, set the Cooling
Setting to “High”. (1 page 46)
When temperature inside the projector remains high, the Cooling
Setting is switched to “High” in one minute, then the fan speed
increases.
Message Cause and Remedy
c No signal is input in the selected input. Check connections.
(1 page 17)
Not applicable! c Press the appropriate button.
c The operation to be activated by the button is currently
prohibited.
Note
Note
Note
x
57
Others
Replacing the Lamp
and the Air Filter and
cleaning the
Ventilation holes
(intake)
Tools you need to get started:
Standard Phillips screwdriver
Cloth (for scratch protection)
The lamp used for the light source has a
certain lifespan. When the lamp dims, the
color balance of the picture becomes strange,
or “Please replace the Lamp/Filter.” appears
on the screen, the lamp may be exhausted.
Replace the lamp with a new one (not
supplied)
without delay.
Use an LMP-H200 Projector Lamp as the
replacement lamp.
The air filter is supplied with the LMP-H200
Projector Lamp. When you replace the lamp,
it is also time to replace the air filter.
Whenever you replace the lamp, be sure to
replace the air filter with a new one. Also
clean the ventilation holes (intake).
• The lamp remains hot after the projector is
turned off with the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY)
switch. If you touch the lamp, you may burn
your fingers. When you replace the lamp,
wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool.
• Do not touch the surface of the lens. If you
touch it, wipe off the fingerprints with a
soft cloth.
• Pay special attention to replacing the lamp
when the projector is installed on the ceiling.
• When removing the lamp unit, make sure it
remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do
not tilt the lamp unit. If you pull out the lamp
unit while tilted and if the lamp breaks, the
pieces may scatter, causing injury.
• When you remove the air filter, be careful
not to let any dust fall into the projector.
• Replacing the air filter is crucial to maintain
the good performance of the projector or to
prevent malfunction to it. When a warning
message for replacing the air filter appears,
replace the air filter immediately.
1 Turn off the projector and unplug
the AC power cord.
2 When setting the projector on a
flat surface such as a desk etc.,
put a cloth to prevent the surface
from being scratched. Reverse
the projector as illustrated, then
place it on the cloth.
• When the lamp is damaged the broken
pieces of the lamp may become
scattered, if you do not reverse the
projector. This may cause injury.
• Be sure that the projector is placed on a
stable surface.
3 Loosen the screw on the lamp
cover with a Philips screwdriver,
and then open the lamp cover.
Caution
Notes
58
4 Loosen the three screws on the
lamp with the Phillips
screwdriver. Hold up the cover
release lever, then pull the lamp
straight out.
5 Ensure you push the new lamp
all the way, then securely
tighten those three screws on
the lamp. Lock the cover release
lever and put it back.
Be careful not to touch the optical block
inside the unit.
6 Close the lamp cover, then
tighten the screws.
7 Remove the filter holder.
8 Remove the air filter.
Note
Claws
59
Others
9 Attach the new air filter so that it
fits into the each claws (10
positions) on the filter holder.
Attach the Air Filter aligning it with the
shape of the filter holder.
Also, do not touch the fan after removing
the air filter that is set deep inside the
projector.
10 Attach the filter holder.
The projector will not turn on unless the
filter holder is securely closed.
11 Wipe dust off the Ventilation
holes (intake) with a soft cloth.
12 Place the project back on its
original position.
13 Turn on the projector, then
select the desired setting item
on the Setup menu. The
menu screen below will be
appeared.
14 Select “Yes”.
Do not put your hands into the lamp
replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid
or other objects into the slot to avoid
electrical shock or fire.
• Be sure to use an LMP-H200 Projector Lamp
for replacement. If you use lamps other than
the LMP-H200, the projector may
malfunction.
• Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug
the power cord before replacing the lamp,
then check the ON/STANDBY lamp has
already been turned off.
• The projector will not turn on unless the lamp
is securely installed in place.
• The projector will not turn on unless the lamp
cover are securely closed.
• To cancel a message displayed on the screen,
press either the button on the remote control
or the one on the control panel on the
projector.
Note
Note
Ventilation holes (intake)
Caution
Notes
Note
The lamp contains mercury. The disposal
rules for used fluorescent tubes depend on
where you live. Follow the waste disposal
policy in your area.
60
Cleaning the Air
Filter
When “Please clean the filter.” appears on
the screen, you should clean the air filter.
The air filter should be cleaned every 1,500
hours. This value varies depending on the
environment or how the projector is used.
1,500 hours are approximate.
After washing the air filter with a mild
detergent solution, dry it in a shaded place.
• When you clean the air filter, make sure you
do not damage it.
For details on how to attach and remove the
air filter, see “Replacing the Lamp and the
Air Filter and cleaning the Ventilation holes
(intake)” Steps 7 to 10. (1 page 58)
• When you remove the air filter, be careful
not to let any dust fall into the projector.
• Cleaning the air filter is crucial to maintain
the good performance of the projector or to
prevent malfunction to it. When a warning
message for cleaning the air filter appears,
clean the air filter immediately.
Cleaning and the
Screen of the
Projector
Cleaning the lens
The lens surface is especially treated to
reduce reflection of light.
As incorrect maintenance may impair the
performance of the projector, take care with
respect to the following:
• Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such
as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth.
• Stubborn stains may be removed with a
soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass
cleaning cloth lightly dampened with
water.
• Never use solvent such as alcohol,
benzene or thinner, or acid, alkaline or
abrasive detergent, or chemical cleaning
cloth, as they will damage the lens surface.
Cleaning the cabinet
• To remove dust from the cabinet, wipe
gently with a soft cloth. If dust is
persistent, wipe with a soft cloth slightly
moistened with a diluted mild detergent
solution.
• Never use any type of abrasive pad,
alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or
volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene,
thinner or insecticide.
• Using such materials or maintaining
prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl
materials may result in damage to the
screen surface and cabinet material.
Black points and bright points (red,
blue, or green) on the screen
The projector is manufactured using high-
precision technology.
You may, however, see tiny black points
and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that
continuously appear on the projector.
This is a normal result of the manufacturing
process and does not indicate a malfunction.
Notes
61
Others
Specifications
System
Projection system
SXRD panel, 1 lens, projection
system
LCD panel 0.61-inch (15.4 mm) SXRD panel
6,220,800 pixels (2,073,600 pixels
× 3)
Lens 1.8 times zoom lens (motorized)
f=18.7 mm to 33.7 mm/F2.54 to
F3.53
Lamp 200 W Ultra High Pressure Lamp
Projection picture size
40 inches to 300 inches (1,016 mm
to 7,620 mm) (measured
diagonally)
Color system NTSC
3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/
PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL60 system,
switched automatically/manually
(PAL60 system not switched
manually)
Acceptable video signals
15 kHz RGB/component 50/60
Hz, Progressive component 50/60
Hz, DTV (480/60i, 576/50i, 480/
60p, 576/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p,
1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/48i),
1080/60p (HDMI input only),
1080/50p (HDMI input only),
1080/24p (HDMI input only),
Composite video, Y/C video
Acceptable computer signals
fH: 19 kHz to 72 kHz
fV: 48 Hz to 92 Hz
Maximum resolution 1920× 1080
(HDMI input only)
For details, see “Preset Signals”.
(1 page 63)
Input
Video input VIDEO: phono type
Composite video: 1 Vp-p±2 dB
sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)
S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin
type
Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p±2 dB sync
negative (75 ohms terminated)
C (chrominance): burst 0.286 Vp-
p ±2 dB (NTSC)
(75 ohms terminated), or
burst 0.3 Vp-p±2 dB (PAL)
(75 ohms terminated)
Y P
B/CB PR/CR
Component: phono type
Y with Sync: 1 Vp-p±2dB sync
negative (75 ohms terminated)
P
B/CB: 0.7 Vp-p±2dB (75 ohms
terminated)
P
R/CR: 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
HDMI Digital RGB/Y C
B (PB) CR (PR)
INPUT A HD D-sub 15-pins
Analog RGB/component:
R/C
R (PR): 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p±2 dB sync
negative (75 ohms terminated)
B/C
B (PB): 0.7 Vp-p±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
SYNC/HD: Composite sync input:
TTL level, positive/ negative
Horizontal sync input: TTL level,
positive/negative
VD: Vertical sync input: TTL
level, positive/negative
TRIGGER Minijack
Power on: DC 12 V, output
impedance: 4.7 kilohms
Power off: 0 V
REMOTE RS-232C: D-sub 9-pins (female)
General
Dimensions 395 mm × 173.5 mm × 471.4 mm
(15
5
/8 × 6
7
/8 × 18
5
/8 inches) (w/
h/d)
Mass Approx. 11 kg (24 lb 4 oz)
Power requirements
AC 100 V to 240 V, 3.0 A to 1.3 A,
50/60 Hz
Power consumption
Max. 300 W
Standby mode: 8 W
Standby mode (low): 0.5 W
Operating temperature
5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Operating humidity
35% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
Storage humidity
10% to 90%
62
Supplied accessories
Remote control RM-PJVW60 (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
AC power cord (1)
Lens Cap (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
CD-ROM (ImageDirector3) (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Optional accessories
Projector Lamp LMP-H200 (for replacement)
Projector Suspension Support PSS-H10
63
Others
Warning on power connection
Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.
* Use a rated plug that complies with the regulation of each country/region and the specifications.
The following table shows the signals and video formats which you can project using this
unit.
When a signal other than the preset signal shown below is input, the picture may not be
displayed properly.
The United States,
Canada
Continental Europe UK, Ireland, Australia,
New Zealand
Plug type YP-3 YP-12A *
Female end YC-13 YC-13D VM0303B
Cord type SVT H05VV-F CEE (13) 53 rd (OC)
Rated Voltage &
Current
10A/125V 10A/250V 10A/250V
Safety approval UL/CSA VDE VDE
Preset Signals
Memory
No.
Preset signal
(resolution)
fH
(kHz)
fV
(Hz)
Sync H Size
1 VIDEO/60 60 Hz 15.734 59.940 – –
2 VIDEO/50 50 Hz 15.625 50.000 – –
3 480/60i DTV 480/60i
(720 × 480i)
15.734 59.940 SonG/Y or composite
sync
–
4 576/50i DTV 576/50i
(720 × 576i)
15.625 50.000 SonG/Y or composite
sync/composite video
–
5 480/60p 480/60p
(720 × 480p)
(Progressive
NTSC)
31.470 60.000 SonG/Y –
6 576/50p 576/50p
(720 × 576p)
(Progressive PAL)
31.250 50.000 SonG/Y –
7 1080/60i 1035/60i
(1920 × 1035i),
1080/60i
(1920 × 1080i)
33.750 60.000 SonG/Y –
8 1080/50i 1080/50i
(1920 × 1080i)
28.130 50.000 SonG/Y –
9 1080/24PsF 1080/48i
(1920 × 1080i)
27.000 48.000 SonG/Y –
64
10 720/60p 720/60p
(1280 × 720p)
45.000 60.000 SonG/Y –
11 720/50p 720/50p
(1280 × 720p)
37.500 50.000 SonG/Y –
12 1080/60p 1080/60p
(1920 × 1080p)
67.500 60.000 – –
13 1080/50p 1080/50p
(1920 × 1080p)
56.260 50.000 – –
14 1080/24p 1080/24p
(1920 × 1080p)
26.973 23.976 – –
21 640 × 350 VGA-1 (VGA350) 31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg 800
22 VESA 85
(VGA350)
37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg 832
23 640 × 400 NEC PC98 24.823 56.416 H-neg V-neg 848
24 VGA-2 (TEXT)/
VESA70
31.469 70.086 H-neg V-pos 800
25 VESA 85
(VGA400)
37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos 832
26 640 × 480 VESA 60 31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg 800
27 Mac 13 35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg 864
28 VESA 72 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg 832
29 VESA 75 (IBM
M3)
37.500 75.000 H-neg, V-neg 840
30 VESA 85 (IBM
M4)
43.269 85.008 H-neg, V-neg 832
31 800 × 600 VESA 56 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos 1024
32 VESA 60 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos 1056
33 VESA 72 48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos 1040
34 VESA 75 (IBM
M5)
46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1056
35 VESA 85 53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos 1048
36 832 × 624 Mac 16 49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg 1152
37 1024 × 768 VESA 60 48.363 60.004 H-neg, V-neg 1344
38 VESA 70 56.476 70.069 H-neg, V-neg 1328
39 VESA 75 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos 1312
45 1280 × 960 VESA 60 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos 1800
47 1280 × 1024 VESA 60 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos 1696
50 1400 × 1050 SXGA + 65.317 59.978 H-neg, V-pos 1864
Memory
No.
Preset signal
(resolution)
fH
(kHz)
fV
(Hz)
Sync H Size
65
Others
Preset memory numbers for each input signal
Analog signal
Digital signal
* Some digital signals input from computers may be displayed as preset memory number of DTV
signal (Component or Video GBR signal).
55 1280 × 768 1280 × 768/60 47.776 59.870 H-neg, V-pos 1664
56 1280 × 720 1280 × 720/60 44.772 59.855 H-neg, V-pos 1664
Signal Preset memory number
Video signal (VIDEO INPUT and
S VIDEO INPUT connectors)
1, 2
Component signal (INPUT A and Y P
B/CB PR/
C
R connectors)
3 to 11
Video GBR signal (INPUT A connector) 3 to 11
Computer signal (INPUT A connector) 21 to 39, 55 to 56
Signal Preset memory number
Component signal (HDMI 1, 2 connectors) 3 to 8, 10 to 14
Video GBR signal (HDMI 1, 2 connectors) 3 to 8, 10 to 14
Computer signal (HDMI 1, 2 connectors) 10 to 13*, 26, 32, 36, 37, 45, 47,
50, 55
Memory
No.
Preset signal
(resolution)
fH
(kHz)
fV
(Hz)
Sync H Size
66
The items in the menus available to adjust differ depending on the input signal. The
following tables indicate them.
The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu.
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items
Item Input signal
Video signal Component
signal
Video GBR signal PC signal
Advanced Iris zzzz
Lamp Control zzzz
Contrast zzzz
Brightness zzzz
Color
z
(except for B & W)
zz–
Hue z
(NTSC
3.58/
NTSC
4.43 only,
except for B & W)
zz–
Color Temp. zzzz
Sharpness zzz–
NR zz
(preset memory
numbers 3, 4, 7,
8, 9 only)
z
(preset memory
numbers 3, 4, 7,
8, 9 only)
–
DDE zz
(preset memory
numbers 3, 4, 7,
8, 9 only)
z
(preset memory
numbers 3, 4, 7,
8, 9 only)
–
Black Level Adj. zzz–
Gamma Correction
zzzz
RCP zzzz
Color Space
zzzz
67
Others
Screen menu
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
*
1
: This item is effective only when “Over Scan” is set to “On” in the Screen menu.
*
2
: If the input signal is from a computer, the setting cannot be made when the aspect ratio is 16:9
or wider.
*
3
: The setting can be made only when “Zoom” is selected in “Wide Mode”.
*
4
: The setting can be made only for analog signal.
When connecting a cable such as an HDMI cable, etc., check the type of the signal in the Information
Menu (1 page 51) and Digital signal (1 page 65), and check items that are adjustable/can be
set.
Item Input signal
Video signal Component
signal
Video GBR signal PC signal
Wide Mode zzzz *
2
Over Scan – zz–
Screen Area *
1
– z
(preset memory
numbers 7, 8, 9,
12, 13, 14 only)
z
(preset memory
numbers 7, 8, 9,
12, 13, 14 only)
–
V Center *
3
zzzz
Vertical Size *
3
zzz–
APA – – – z *
4
Phase – – – z *
4
Pitch – – – z *
4
Shift – zzz
Note
68
Ceiling Installation
Use the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support when you install the projector on a
ceiling. The projection distances for ceiling installation are shown below.
When Using the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support
a
x
a: Distance between the screen and the installation hole at the
ceiling side of the ceiling mount unit (front side)
x: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen such
that the picture will not be truncated or blocked
PSS-H10 Projector Suspension
Support (not supplied)
Ceiling
Center of the screen
Center of the lens
69
Others
When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen
Unit: mm (inches)
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = 31.5 (1
1
/
4
) × SS + 143.1 (5
3
/
4
)
a (maximum) = 53.8 (2
1
/
8
) × SS + 144.4 (5
3
/
4
)
x (minimum) = 6.2263 (
1
/
4
) × SS
x (maximum) = 8.0876 (
11
/
32
) × SS + 268.5 (10
5
/
8
)
When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen
Unit: mm (inches)
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = 38.551 (1
9
/
16
) × SS + 143.1 (5
3
/
4
)
a (maximum) = 65.842 (2
5
/
8
) × SS + 144.4 (5
3
/
4
)
x (minimum) = 7.62 (
5
/
16
) × SS
x (maximum) = 9.8979 (
13
/
32
) × SS + 268.5 (10
5
/
8
)
Screen Size
(inches)
40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 4572 5080 6350 7620
aMinimum
Distance
1403
(55
1
/
4
)
2033
(80
1
/
8
)
2663
(104
7
/
8
)
3293
(129
3
/
4
)
3923
(154
1
/
2
)
4868
(191
3
/
4
)
5813
(228
7
/
8
)
6443
(253
3
/
4
)
8018
(315
3
/
4
)
9593
(377
3
/
4
)
Maximum
Distance
2296
(90
1
/
2
)
3372
(132
7
/
8
)
4448
(175
1
/
8
)
5524
(217
1
/
2
)
6600
(259
7
/
8
)
8214
(323
1
/
2
)
9828
(387)
10904
(429
3
/
8
)
13594
(535
1
/
4
)
16284
(641
1
/
8
)
xMinimum
Distance
249
(9
7
/
8
)
374
(14
3
/
4
)
498
(19
5
/
8
)
623
(24
5
/
8
)
747
(29
1
/
2
)
934
(36
7
/
8
)
1121
(44
1
/
4
)
1245
(49
1
/
8
)
1557
(61
3
/
8
)
1868
(73
5
/
8
)
Maximum
Distance
592
(23
3
/
8
)
754
(29
3
/
4
)
916
(36
1
/
8
)
1077
(42
1
/
2
)
1239
(48
7
/
8
)
1482
(58
3
/
8
)
1724
(67
7
/
8
)
1886
(74
3
/
8
)
2290
(90
1
/
4
)
2695
(106
1
/
8
)
Screen Size
(inches)
40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 4572 5080 6350 7620
aMinimum
Distance
1685
(66
3
/
8
)
2456
(96
3
/
4
)
3227
(127
1
/
8
)
3998
(157
1
/
2
)
4769
(187
7
/
8
)
5926
(233
3
/
8
)
7082
(278
7
/
8
)
7853
(309
1
/
4
)
9781
(385
1
/
8
)
11708
(461)
Maximum
Distance
2778
(109
3
/
8
)
4095
(161
1
/
4
)
5412
(213
1
/
8
)
6729
(265)
8045
(316
3
/
4
)
10021
(394
5
/
8
)
11996
(472
3
/
8
)
13313
(524
1
/
4
)
16605
(653
3
/
4
)
19897
(783
3
/
8
)
xMinimum
Distance
305
(12
1
/
8
)
457
(18)
610
(24
1
/
8
)
762
(30)
914
(36)
1143
(45)
1372
(54
1
/
8
)
1524
(60)
1905
(75)
2286
(90)
Maximum
Distance
664
(26
1
/
4
)
862
(34)
1060
(41
3
/
4
)
1258
(49
5
/
8
)
1456
(57
3
/
8
)
1753
(69
1
/
8
)
2050
(80
3
/
4
)
2248
(88
5
/
8
)
2743
(108)
3238
(127
1
/
2
)
70
Attaching the PSS-H10 projector suspension support
For details on installation on a ceiling, refer to the Installation manual for Dealers of the
PSS-H10. Make sure to consult with a qualified Sony personnel for installation.
The installation measurements are shown below when installing the projector on a ceiling
using the PSS-H10.
Top view
Install the projector so that the center of the lens is parallel to the center of the screen.
130 (5
1
/
8
)191.3 (7
5
/
8
)
236.3 (9
3
/
8
)
Front of the cabinet
Center of the lens
Upper ceiling
mount bracket
Center of the supporting pole
(The center of the supporting pole
is different from that of the unit.)
Distance between the screen
and the center of the lens
71
Others
Front view
Side view
197.5 (7
7
/
8
)197.5 (7
7
/
8
)
75 (3)
150 (6)
175 (7)
93.5 (3
3
/
4
)
395 (15
5
/
8
)
Ceiling
The bottom
surface of the
mount bracket
Center of the
supporting pole
Center of the lens
Center of the lens
Front of the cabinet
191.3 (7
5
/
8
)130 (5
1
/
8
)
236.3 (9
3
/
8
) 235.1 (9
3
/
8
)
471.4 (18
5
/
8
)
72
Making Fine Adjustments to the Horizontal
Picture Position
Tools you need to get started
Phillips screwdriver: 110 mm (4
3
/
8
inches) or longer
Flat-head screwdriver: 110 mm (4
3
/
8
inches) or longer
For details on how to make fine adjustments of the horizontal picture position, consult with qualified
personnel. When the lens is scratched, there is a charge for repair.
Also, do not look into the lens while you are adjusting the picture position.
You can adjust the lens position right or left by about 1 mm from the center of the lens.
1 Remove the ring (washer) attached around the lens by turning it
counterclockwise.
2 Loosen the four screws located at the position indicated with an arrow by
turning them counterclockwise 2 turns each with a Philips screwdriver.
Be sure not to loosen the screws too much, or the screws may fall out.
Note
Note
73
Others
3 Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the lens adjustment groove located at
the left bottom (when the projector projects the image when placed on
the floor, on a desk, etc.), and turn it in the direction in which you want
to move the lens.
If you turn it to the left, the lens moves to the left, and if you turn it to the right, the
lens moves to the right. (The range of movement is approximately ± 1mm.)
When using the 16:9 screen Unit: mm (inches)
Image
projection
size (inch)
40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200
(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 4572 5080
Fine
adjustment
level
60
(2
3
/
8
)
90
(3
5
/
8
)
120
(4
3
/
4
)
150
(6 )
180
(7
1
/
8
)
225
(8
7
/
8
)
270
(10
3
/
4
)
300
(11
7
/
8
)
Picture position when
moving the picture the
maximum distance to the
left.
Picture position when
moving the picture the
maximum distance to the
right.
Fine adjustment level Fine adjustment level
Top view
74
4 After you have decided the lens position, insert the Philips screwdriver
at the locations of the four screws around the border of the lens in turn
and tighten them to fix the lens in place.
5 Attach the ring (washer) by turning it clockwise.
When you use the horizontal and vertical lens shift features at the same time and adjust the horizontal
lens shift to the maximum, the picture moves up to a maximum of 53% of its original position.
Note
75
Others
Index
A
Adjust Signal
Phase ....................................................45
Pitch .....................................................45
Shift .....................................................45
Adjuster ...................................................24
Adjusting
picture position ....................................21
picture quality ......................................32
Advanced Iris ....................................32, 41
Auto Input Search ....................................48
B
Background .............................................48
Black Level Adj. ...............................32, 42
Blanking ..................................................50
Brightness ................................................41
C
Ceiling Installation ..................................68
Cinema Black Pro ....................................41
Color Space .......................................32, 43
Color System ...........................................47
Color Temp. ......................................32, 41
Connecting
Computer .............................................20
Video equipment .................................17
Contrast ...................................................41
Cooling Setting ........................................46
E
Expert Setting ..........................................42
F
fH ..........................................................51
fV ..........................................................51
G
Gamma Correction ............................32, 42
H
HDMI ......................................................18
Hue ..........................................................41
I
Image Flip ............................................... 49
ImageDirector3 ................................. 35, 42
Input-A Signal Sel. ................................. 47
L
Lamp Timer ............................................ 51
Language ................................................. 46
Location of Controls
Front/Right side .................................... 8
Rear/Bottom .......................................... 9
M
Menu
Advanced Picture ................................ 43
Function .............................................. 48
Information ......................................... 51
Installation ........................................... 49
Picture ................................................. 40
Screen .................................................. 44
Setup ................................................... 46
Messages
Caution ................................................ 56
Warning ............................................... 56
N
NR .......................................................... 42
O
Over Scan ................................................ 44
P
Picture Mode
CINEMA ............................................. 31
Cinema ................................................ 40
DYNAMIC ......................................... 31
Dynamic .............................................. 40
STANDARD ....................................... 31
Standard .............................................. 40
USER .................................................. 31
User ..................................................... 40
Precautions ................................................ 7
Preset Memory ........................................ 51
Preset Signals .......................................... 63
76
R
RCP ......................................................... 43
Remote control
inserting the batteries .......................... 11
location of controls .............................. 10
Reset
resettable items .................................... 39
resetting the items ............................... 39
S
Screen Area ............................................. 44
Selecting the menu language .................. 25
Sharpness ................................................ 41
Specifications .......................................... 61
Standby Mode ......................................... 46
Status ....................................................... 46
Supplied accessories ............................... 11
T
Troubleshooting ...................................... 52
V
V Keystone .............................................. 49
W
WIDE MODE ......................................... 29
Wide Mode
Full ...................................................... 44
Full1 .................................................... 44
Full2 .................................................... 44
Normal ................................................. 44
Wide Zoom .......................................... 44
Zoom ................................................... 44
S
ony Corporation
Printed in Japan
Printed on 70% or more recycled paper.
