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Sony Projector VPL-CX120/CX125 User's Manual

1. a Holes for mounting a projector suspension support l Center of the Projector o Center of the screen 3 g mar aa t a o 5 Center of the lens e TT Ceiling b Center of the lens LA 7 El X Front of the cabinet Hole for mounting a projector suspension Center of the screen support front Center of the lens Distance between the front of the cabinet and the hole for mounting a projector suspension support front sieuio Unit mm inches This section describes the examples for installing the projector on the ceiling When installing the projector on the ceiling use a Projector Suspension Support recommended by Sony For ceiling installation ask for gualified Sony personnel See the chart on page 62 concerning the installation measurements The alphabetical letters in the illustrations indicate the distances below a distance between the hole front for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom surface of this projector and the center of the screen b distance between the projector suspension support mounting surface on bottom of this projector and the ceiling X distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen Installation Diagram 61 62 VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 When an XGA signal is input Unit mm inches PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 a N 1299 1900 2500 3110 3720 4630 5540 614
2. PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 a N 1170 1770 2380 2990 3590 4500 5410 6020 7540 9050 464g 6937 93 3 4 1177 4 aai 177 Vi oa Vs 237446 297 GS6 M 1350 12050 2750 3450 4140 5190 6240 6940 8680 10430 53 1 4 8034 108779 135 7 163 Ve 2043 9 2452 4 0735 641 4103 4 b x237 x356 x 474 x 593 x 711 x 889 x 1067 x 1185 x 1482 x 1778 x 9 3 9 x14 x 18 3 4 16 2324 K 28 35 K 42 4631 x 58 3 9 x 70 Ug c x298 x 417 x 535 x 654 x 772 x 950 x 1128 x 1247 x 1543 x 1839 x 11 3 4 1 16 1 5 x 21 I4 25314 A30 1 5 37 1 5 x 44 1 5 49 1g x 60 3 4 72 145 a N PS x 23 306 0 7874 46 6 x 1 025 a M PS x 28 188 0 7874 45 9 x 0 975 b x PS 0 7874 x 4 667 c x PS 0 7874 x 4 667 61 2 VPL CW125 When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2 Unit mm inches PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 a N 1260 1920 2570 3230 3880 4870 5850 6500 8140 9780 49 75 7 9 aor 127 4 4 152 1917 9 30 256 320 385 1 3 M 1460 2220 2970 3720 4480 5610 6740 7490 9370 11260 57 87 5 am 14615 176 1 211 265 Wy 295 369 44339 b x257 x385 1x13 x 642 x 770 x 963 x 1155 x 1284 x 1605 x 1925 x 10 1g 1 15 Vy x 20 1 4 25 7 9 x 30 2 9 0 38 4 45
3. Lens Note Remove the lens cap before projection To maintain optimal performance clean the air filter whenever you replace the Front remote control detector amy Air filter cover For details see Cleaning the Air Filter on page 48 Location and Function of Controls Main Unit 13 Control panel Indicator For details see Control Panel on page 15 Ventilation holes exhaust Q Adjuster adjustment button For details see Using the adjuster on page 27 Lamp cover Q Ventilation holes intake Adjusters D Rear remote control detector Connector Connector Panel For details see Connector Panel on page 16 D Zoom ring Adjusts the picture size D Focus ring Adjusts the picture focus Security lock Connects to an optional security cable from Kensington Web page address http www kensington com D Security bar An anti theft chain or wire commercially available can be connected to it First remove the cover attached in the factory before use Refer to Dimensions page 65 for the shapes D Speaker 14 Location and Function of Controls Main Unit Control Panel LAMP COVER indicators Flashes in orange under the following conditions A reception rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly A reception rate of 3 flashes when the lamp has reached the end of its life or reaches
4. Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly 2 Adjust the contrast or brightness in the Picture menu properly see page 36 The lamp has burnt out or is dim 2 Replace the lamp with a new one see page 46 The picture is not clear The picture is out of focus 2 Adjust the focus see page 28 Condensation has accumulated on the lens 2 Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on The image extends beyond the screen The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges around the image 2 Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key 2 Adjust Shift in the Signal menu properly see page 37 The picture flickers Dot Phase in the Signal menu has not been adjusted properly 2 Adjust Dot Phase in the Signal menu properly see page 37 Sound Symptom Cause and Remedy No sound A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong 2 Check that the proper connections have been made see page 23 The audio connecting cable used is incorrect 2 Use a no resistance stereo audio cable see page 23 The sound is muted 2 Press the AUDIO MUTING key VPL CX100 CX120 CX150 or MUTING AUDIO key VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 to release audio muting see pages 18 20 The sound is not adjusted properly 2 Adjust the sound with the VOLUME key on the Remote Commander Spakaer in the Function menu is set to Off gt Set t
5. The Installation Menu nue N e Bursf sBunjes pue stuaunsnipy 41 42 Setting items Functions Initial setting ID Mode Assigns an ID number 1 to 3 to the projector when you All VPL CX125 want control two or more projectors individually with the CX155 CW125 supplied Remote Commander When this item is set to 1 only you can control the projector with the Remote Commander with the ID MODE key set to 1 When it is set to All you can control all the projectors with the Remote Commander independently of the ID MODE keys of the Remote Commander Direct Power On Set to On if you are using a circuit breaker to turn the Off power on off the entire system You can turn off the power just by unplugging the power cord without pressing the VC key High Altitude Set to On when the projector is used at an altitude of Off Mode 1 500 m or higher The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly depending on the room temperature or the screen angle If you need fine adjustment when V Keystone is set to Auto press the KEYSTONE key on the control panel or the remote commander and change the value The setting mode will be temporarily changed to Manual from Auto If you want restore the Auto setting first switch the V Keystone setting to Manual then return it to Auto When you want to apply the fine adjustment
6. VPL CW125 only Preset memory No at the input signal Analog signals Signal Preset memory No Video Video S video connector 1 2 Component Input A connector 3 11 Video GBR Input A connector 3 11 Computer Input A Input B connector 21 50 55 56 60 6371 1 VPL CW125 only When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input the picture may not be displayed properly 58 Specifications Installation Diagram Floor Installation Front Projection Wall Z Center of the screen Distance between the front of the cabinet and the center of the lens Front of the cabinet Center of the lens Front of e 15 9 Fo the lens Floor Unit mm inches This section describes the examples of installing the projector on a desk etc See the chart on page 60 concerning the installation measurements The alphabetical letters in the illustration indicate the distances below a distance between the screen and the center of the lens b distance between the floor and the center of the lens C distance between the floor and the bottom of the adjusters of the projector X distance between the floor and the center of the screen free Installation Diagram sieuio 59 60 VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 When an XGA signal is input Unit mm inches
7. personnel Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified Sony 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 from 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 Be careful not to catch your fingers by the adjuster when you adjust the height of the unit Do not push hard on the top of the unit with the adjuster out Besure to grasp both sides of the unit with both hands when carrying the unit On illumination To obtain the best picture the front of the screen should not be exposed to direct lighting or sunlight Ceiling mounted spot lighting is recommended Use a cover over fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the contrast ratio Cover any windows that face the screen with opaque draperies It is desirable to install the unit in a room where floor and walls are not of light reflecting material If the floor and walls are of reflecting material it is recommended that the carpet and wall
8. 1 2 x 50 YQ 0 63 To GETS 1 c x318 x 446 x 575 x 703 x 83L x 1024 x 1216 x 1345 x 1666 x 1987 x 12 5 8 x 17 Ag 22 9 GET x 32 7 4 40 9 9 47 71g x 53 amp 65 5 9 x 78 1 4 a N PS x 23 3 0 7292 46 6 x 1 025 a M PS x 28 171 0 7292 45 650 x 0 975 b x PS 0 7292 x 4 68 c x PS 0 7292 x 4 68461 2 Notes for VPL CW125 only The projected image size is the one when Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2 When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to other than Full 2 black bands appear at the top and bottom or right and left of the screen When Aspect in the Signal menu is set to 4 3 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 84 of Full 2 size When Aspect in the Signal menu is set to 16 9 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 99 96 of Full 2 size The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following PS projected image size measured diagonally inches a b Cc X free N minimum M maximum Installation Diagram distance between the screen and the center of the lens distance between the floor and the center of the lens distance between the floor and the adjusters of the projector Ceiling Installation Front Projection
9. 50 Gamma Mode Selects a gamma correction curve Graphics Improves the reproduction of halftones Photos can be reproduced in natural tones Text Contrasts black and white Suitable for images that contain lots of text Graphics Color Temp Select a desired color temperature to suit a picture When a computer signal High Makes white part bluish Middle Makes white part reddish Low Makes white part greenish When a video signal High Turns white part to a bluish and cool tone Middle Turns white part o a natural tone Low Turns white part to a reddish and warm tone Low Volume Adjusts the volume 30 The Picture Menu The Signal Menu The Signal menu is used to adjust the input signal Adjust Signal menu When the signal is input from a computer F Signal gt Picture pum 9 Full 1 Picture Ed T a H Size g Function 8 Function MO Installation WO Installation amp Setup ty Setup Information Information Sel J Set ENTER Exit MENU Sel Set ENTER Back Exit WENU Setting items Functions Initial setting Adjust Signal Dot Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal Set according to output from a computer the input signal Adjust the picture further for finer picture after the picture is adjusted by pressing the APA key I H
10. 832 31 800 x 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 x 624 Mac 16 49 724 74 550 H neg V neg 1152 37 1024 x 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 40 VESA 85 68 677 84 997 H pos V pos 1376 Specifications ME Preset signal fH kHz fV Hz Sync SIZE 0 41 1152 x 864 VESA 70 63 995 70 019 H pos V pos 1472 42 VESA 75 67 500 75 000 H pos V pos 1600 43 VESA 85 77 487 85 057 H pos V pos 1568 44 1152 x 900 SUN LO 61 795 65 960 H neg V neg 1504 45 1280 x 960 VESA 60 60 000 60 000 H pos V pos 1800 46 VESA 75 75 000 75 000 H pos V pos 1728 47 1280 x 1024 VESA 60 63 974 60 013 H pos V pos 1688 48 SXGA VESA75 79 976 75 025 H pos V pos 1688 49 SXGA VESA85 91 146 85 024 H pos V pos 1728 50 1400 x 1050 SXGA 65 317 59 978 H neg V pos 1864 55 1280 x 768 1280 x 768 60 47 776 59 870 H neg V pos 1664 56 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 60 44 772 59 855 H neg V pos 1664 60 1360 x 768 1360 x 768 60 44 720 59 799 H neg V pos 1776 6371 1280 x 800 1280 x 800 60 49 702 59 810 H neg V pos 1680 1
11. G Y 10 GND 3 B B Y 11 GND 4 GND 12 DDC SDA 5 GND 13 HD 6 GND R 14 VD 7 GND G 15 DDC SCL 8 GND B 56 Specifications Preset signals s1eu1o emoy Preset signal fH kHz fV Hz Sync SIZE 0 1 Video 60 Hz Video 60 Hz 15 734 59 940 2 Video 50 Hz Video 50 Hz 15 625 50 000 3 480 601 DTV 480 601 15 734 59 940 S on G Y 4 575 50i DTV 575 50i 15 625 50 000 S on G Y 5 480 60p 480 60p NTSC 31 470 60 000 S on G Y Progressive component 6 575 50p 575 50p PAL 31 250 50 000 S on G Y Progressive component 7 1080 601 1035 601 1080 601 33 750 60 000 S on G Y 8 1080 501 1080 501 28 130 50 000 S on G Y 10 720 60p 720 60p 45 000 60 000 S on G Y 11 720 50p 720 50p 37 500 50 000 S on G Y 21 640 x 350 VGA mode 1 31 469 70 086 H pos V neg 800 22 VESA 85 37 861 85 080 H pos V neg 832 VGA350 23 640 x 400 NEC PC98 24 823 56 416 H neg V neg 848 24 VGA mode 2 31 469 70 086 H neg V pos 800 25 VESA 85 37 861 85 080 H neg V pos 832 VGA400 26 640 x 480 VGA mode 3 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 43 269 85 008 H neg V neg
12. Lamp Mode Ad Lamp Timer 44 Lamp Timer Reset 143 LAMP COVER indicators 15 Language ee ee Ge ee ee ee ee 43 Location and function of controls Connector panel ee sss Control panel sess Rear Side Bottom or Top Front Side sssss M Maintenance sess 46 Memory NO eere 44 Menu Function menu eene Information menu Installation menu Picture menu eee Setup menu Signal menu Menu language Messages list Caution messages 0 0 ee ee ee 53 Warning messages ee ee ee 53 Model name eee 44 O ON STANDBY indicator 15 Optional accessories ee 56 P Panel Key Lock sees 40 Picture Mode sse 36 Pin assignment sse 56 Power Saving PrecautiOnS Ee ueu pee eus Preset Memory No sss 38 58 Preset signals Projecting i e tees R Remote Commander 17 Replacing the Lamp 46 S SCIGGIU SIZE deese NU WG Security bar tocco fie Security Lock Security lock Serial number Sharpness Shift ee Side Shot 5i etim etes DISMAL TY PS i detiene dete RAD dd Smart APA Speaker ese ee Ee ede edge gedy Specifications Standby
13. Size Adjusts the horizontal size of a picture output from a Set according to o computer Adjust the setting according to the dots of the input signal 3 the input signal 2 For details see page 57 o g Shift Adjusts the position of the picture H adjusts the Set according to a horizontal position of the picture V adjusts the vertical the input signal Mn position of the picture As the setting for H increases 2 the picture moves to the right and as the setting a decreases the picture moves to the left o As the setting for V increases the picture moves up c and as the setting decreases the picture moves down 3 Use the lt or the P key to adjust the horizontal S position and the A and W key for the vertical position z Aspect When the You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be Set according to 3 video signal is displayed for the current input signal This item is the input signal input enabled only when an video signal preset memory numbers to 11 is input Full 2 The original image is projected fully in the window 4 3 Select to view a picture with normal 4 3 aspect ratio 16 9 Select to view a picture squeezed The Signal Menu 37 Setting items Functions Initial setting Aspect When the You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be Set according to PC signal is input displayed for the current input signal This item is the input signal enabled only when an PC signal preset memory
14. V Keystone vertical keystone adjustment you can adjust the vertical _ V 7 and horizontal c1 D distortion of the screen KEYSTONE key Pressing once V Keystone Pressing twice Side Shot O A V 4 gt keys Adjust the vertical or horizontal distortion Adjustment Areas of Side Shot and V Keystone The adjustable distortion area using Side Shot and V Keystone is described below Screen sieuio a Tilting angle of the projector in the V Keystone adjustment area b Side Shot H Keystone adjustment area Side Shot VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only and V Keystone Adjustments 63 64 VPL CX125 CX155 Input signals a b Video 60 Video 50 480 601 575 50i a 0 0 15 480 60p 573 50p az0 or bz0 18 1 8 b 0 25 0 1080 60i 1080 50i 540 60p a 0 0 13 a 0 or bz0 18 8 b 0 25 0 720 60p 720 50p a 0 0 13 a 0 or bz 0 18 6 b 0 25 0 PC Preset signal No 21 to 49 51 to a 0 0 11 60 Air Shot except SXGA az0 or b 0 4 18 4 6 b 0 H 25 0 PC Preset signal No 50 SXGA a 0 0 7 a 0 or bz0 18 4 b 0 25 0 VPL CW125 Input signals a b Video 60 Video 50 480 60i 575 50i a 0 0 16 AUD QUE az0 or bz0 19 9 b 0 22 0 1080 60i 1080 50i 540 60p a 0 0 13 az0 or bz0 19 9 b 0 22 0 720 60p 720 50p a 0 0 13 az or
15. by wired or wireless connection can be projected by connecting a network cable to the NETWORK connector RJ 45 of the projector For details refer to the Operating Instructions for Network Features M NA 11 Other Convenient Functions Low fan noise makes your presentation comfortable On screen menu in 15 languages Picture Audio muting Freeze Lamp mode switching function Low power consumption in standby Security bar About Trademarks Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries VGA SVGA XGA and SXGA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation U S A Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association Display Data Channel is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association Air Shot is a trademark of Sony corporation Side Shot is a trademark of Sony corporation All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders In this manual and marks are not specified 12 Features Location and Function of Controls Main Unit Top Front Side MelMSAO Rear Side Bottom
16. bz0 19 6 b 0 22 0 PC Preset signal No 21 to 40 Air a 0 0 11 PEDI az0 or be0 19 6 b 0 22 0 PC Preset signal No 41 to 63 a 0 0 7 a 0 or bz0 19 3 b 0 22 0 e If V Keystone is set to Auto the Side Shot adjustment area may be narrow V Keystone on the Installation menu is set to Auto at the factory and the vertical distortion of the picture is automatically corrected However the distortion may not be perfectly corrected depending on the room temperature or the screen angle In this case set this item to Manual and correct the distortion using input values Side Shot VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only and V Keystone Adjustments Dimensions Front Center of the lens Remote control detector Front 13 77135 61 2 2 1 3 27 141 5 9 9 Top Unit mm inches Ks Z e Te i F B e RIS 3 4 ke 372 14 Unit mm inches Dimensions sJeuio 65 Side Center of the lens An 88 3 1 2 190 7 1 2 15 9 ap _ V 4 N 8 a o Bl ala RC did x Et UU UX UUUUUUUUUUB y g T J _ N 48
17. core mains lead Appliance Connector Plug with earthing contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable 2 Use the Power Cord 3 core mains lead Appliance Connector Plug conforming to the proper ratings Voltage Ampere If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord Appliance Connector Plug please consult a qualified service personnel IMPORTANT The nameplate is located on the bottom CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions For the customers in the U S A This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 ofthe 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
18. example If you lift the projector by holding the Security bar or hang the projector by using this bar it may cause the projector to fall or be damaged Notes on Installation and Usage 9 10 Overview About the Supplied Manuals The following manuals and softwares are supplied with the projector On Macintosh system you can read only the Operating Instructions Manuals Safety Regulations separately printed manual This manual describes important notes and cautions to which you have to pay attention when handling and using this projector Quick Reference Manual separately printed manual This manual describes basic operations for projecting pictures after you have made the required connections Operating Instructions on the CD ROM this manual This Operating Instructions describes the setup and operations of this projector Operating Instructions for Network on the CD ROM This Operating Instructions describes how to set up and operate the network presentation You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 0 or higher is installed to read the Operating Instructions stored on the CD ROM This manual contains explanations for the VPL CX100 VPL CX120 VPL CX125 VPL CX150 VPL CX155 and VPL CW125 all together Be aware that the VPL CX155 is mainly used for explanation of the display and there may be an item that is not displayed due to the model Software on the CD ROM Project
19. function properly A black screen may not be displayed even if you press the B key depending on the operating system OS of the language of your computer When you use the presentation tool set ID Mode in the Installation menu to All or 5 Other Functions suoioun4 jueiueA uo7 33 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU 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 P the next menu window with the setting items appears To change the on screen menu language see Selecting the Menu Language on page 29 Display items There are explanations for VPL CX100 VPL CX120 VPL CX125 VPL CX150 VPL CX155 and VPL CW125 all together in this manual Be please aware that VPL CX155 is mainly used for explanation of the display and there may be an item that is not displayed due to the model 1 Press the MENU key The menu appears V Keystone Side Shot Image Flip Background Blue Picture Signal Function Lamp Mode Standard TR Receiver Front amp Rear ID Mode All Direct Power On Off amp Setup High Altitude Mode OM Information Sel s s Set Ex
20. 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 All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules 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 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 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name SONY Model VPL CX100 VPL CX120 VPL CX125 VPL CX150 VPL CX155 VPL CW125 Responsible party Sony Electronics Inc 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego CA 92127U 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
21. numbers 21 to 63 is input Full 1 Displays a picture vertically or horizontally to fill the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the original picture Full 2 The original image is projected fully in the window Normal Displays the picture while matching one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD The picture will be clear but the picture size will be smaller 4 3 Makes the aspect ratio 4 3 16 9 Makes the aspect ratio 16 9 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 use these preset data items by adjusting H About the Preset Memory No Size Make finer adjustments by adjusting Shift This projector has 43 types VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 or 44 types Signal Memory No SIZE VPL CW125 of preset data for input Super Mac 2 37 1312 signals the preset memory When a preset signal is input the projector automatically SGI 1 37 1320 detects the signal type and recalls the data Macintosh 19 39 1328 for the signal from the preset memory to Macintosh 21 Al 1456 adjust it to an optimum picture The memory number and signal type of that signal are Sony News 47 1708 displayed on the Information menu see PC 9821 47 1600 page 44 You can also adjust the preset data 1280 x
22. page 24 The picture is noisy Noise may appear on the background depending on the combination of the number of dots input from the computer and the numbers of pixels on the LCD panel 2 Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer Input a video signal with the jitter 2 Use a TBC Time Base Corrector to try to reduce video jitter The picture from the INPUT A connector is colored strangely The setting of Input A Signal Sel in the Setup menu is incorrect Select Computer Video GBR or Component correctly according to the input signal see page 43 Troubleshooting sJouio 49 50 Symptom Cause and Remedy Please check Input A Signal Sel appears in spite of inputting the correct signal from INPUT A The setting of Input A Signal Sel in the Setup menu is incorrect gt Select Computer Video GBR or Component correctly according to the input signal see page 43 On screen display does not appear Status in the Setup menu has been set to Off 2 Set Status in the Setup menu to On see page 43 Color balance is incorrect The picture has not been adjusted properly 2 Adjust the picture see page 36 The projector is set to the wrong color system gt Set Color System in the Setup menu to match the color system being input see page 43 The picture is too dark
23. section describes how to connect the projector to a VCR For more information refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting To connect to a video or S video output connector Side to audio output L to audio to video tput output V M VCR Stereo audio connecting cable not supplied Use a no resistance cable Video cable not supplied or S Video cable not supplied To connect to a video GBR Component output connector Side to video to audio GBR output component fii R output VCR Stereo audio connecting cable not supplied Use a no resistance cable 2 Signal Cable not supplied HD D sub 15 pin male lt 3 x phono jack Set the aspect ratio using Aspect on the Signal menu according to the input signal When you connect the projector to a video GBR output connector select Video GBR or when you connect the projector to a component output connector select Component with the Input A Signal Sel setting on the Setup menu Connecting the Projector ounjoid eui Bun2eloid 25 Projecting ON STANDBY indicator OFF ON INPUT A VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 VPL CX100 CX120 CX150 Front remote control detector oo Q eoeo Plug t
24. secured properly 6 Restore the lamp cover to the original position and tighten the three screws with the Phillips screwdriver Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely as it was If not the projector cannot be turned on Page 51 7 Connect the power cord The ON STANDBY indicator lights in red 8 Press the I key to turn the projector on 9 Press the MENU key and then select the Setup menu 1 Oselect Lamp Timer Reset and then press the ENTER key Status On Language English Signal Input A Signal Sel Auto Coler System Auto Lamp Timer Reset Cancel Execute Picture S Function MO Installation soup Information Sel Set ENTER Exit MENU 11 Select Execute with the V key and then press the ENTER key The Lamp Timer is initialized to 0 and Change the Lamp and clean the Filter is displayed in the menu screen Refer to page 48 for Cleaning the Air Filter Change the Lamp and clean the Filter Yes t No 9 1 2select Yes with the A key Lamp Timer Reset Complete is displayed in the menu screen To erase a message press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the Remote Commander Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA Lamp in this product contains mercury Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental
25. setting Power Saving Selects the Power Saving mode Off Lamp off The lamp goes off if no signal is input for 10 minutes The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed Standby The projector goes into Standby mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes To use it turn on the power again Off The projector does not go into Power Saving mode Panel Key Lock Locks all the control panel keys on the top of the Off projector so that the projector can be operated only with the Remote Commander To lock the control panel keys set to On When it is set to On keeping the VO key on the control panel pressed for 10 seconds turns the projector on when it is in standby mode and turns the projector to standby mode when the power is on If you press and hold the MENU key for about 10 seconds when the power is on the lock will be released and Panel Key Lock is automatically set to Off Security Lock Turns on the projector s security lock function Off When set to On turns on the security lock function which locks the projector once a password has been set For details see Security Lock on page 30 Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen If the projected image includes a black portion around it the APA function will not work properly and some parts of the image may not be displayed on the screen You can cancel the adjustment by
26. the bottom _ Sets a higher value Auto Side Shot VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only Corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion of the picture using the A W lt P gt keys When the right side is longer than the left side CD Set to a higher value direction When the left side is longer than the right side DO Set to a lower value direction Set the adjustment level to 0 if you want to adjust the picture more widely using V Keystone only Image Flip Flips the image on the screen horizontally and or vertically Off The image does not flip HV Flips the image horizontally and vertically H Flips the image horizontally V Flips the image vertically Off Background Selects the background color of the screen when no signal is input to the projector Select Black or Blue Normally set to Blue Blue Lamp Mode Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection High Illuminates the projected image brightly Standard Reduces fan noise and power consumption The brightness of the projected image will be lower compared with the High setting Standard IR Receiver Selects the remote control detectors IR Receiver on the front and rear of the projector Front amp Rear Activates both the front and rear detectors Front Activates the front detector only Rear Activates the rear detector only Front amp Rear
27. to its factory preset value or returns the enlarged image with D ZOOM key to its original size This key functions when the menu or a Setting item is displayed on the screen FREEZE key Freezes the projected picture To cancel the frozen picture press the key again This function is available when the PC signal is input Remote Commander 19 Q PIC MUTING key D ZOOM Digital Zoom key Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen D Infrared transmitter VO On Standby key QD a lt gt Arrow keys p ENTER key MENU key D VOLUME keys D AUDIO MUTING key Press to temporarily cut off the audio output from the speaker and from the AUDIO jack of the OUTPUT Press again or press the VOLUME key to restore the sound Before using the Remote Commander Pull out the clear film from the lithium battery holder To replace a battery 1 Release the lock of the lithium battery holder by picking it and pull out the holder from the Remote Commander 2 Install the lithium battery Remote Commander Face the side up 3 Put the lithium battery holder back into the Remote Commander Notes on the lithium battery A button type lithium battery CR2025 is used in the Remote Commander Do not use batteries other than CR2025 Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children Should the battery be swallowed immediately consult a doctor Notes on Remote Co
28. 0 7660 9180 50295 bG4 74 os a2 0461 5 0827 9 218 1p 2417 GOT 36115 M 1470 2170 2870 3560 4260 5310 6360 7050 8800 10540 57 Ig 85 1 2 aab 04015 06737 209 1g 2501 5 2775 846 Wy 415 Us X b4290 b 409 b 527 b4646 b 764 b4942 b 1120 b 1239 b 1535 b 1831 b 11 1 5 16 Vg b 207 4 25 1 5 5430 Vg 37 Mg 44 Yg 48 7 4 b 60 1 5 672 1 3 b Free a N PS x 23 306 0 7874 74 757 x 1 025 a M PS x 28 188 0 7874 75 509 x 0 975 x b PS 0 7874 x 4 667 53 2 VPL CW125 When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2 Unit mm inches PS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 a N 1390 2040 2700 3350 4010 4990 5970 6630 8260 9900 543 4 80 7 9 1065 132 15795 196 Wy 2353 8 261 lg B25 4 389 Ig M 1580 2330 3090 3840 4590 5720 16850 7610 9490 11370 ol 0134 0213 asu 807 225 14 2692 4 2992 4 B73 7 4473 4 X b 310 b 438 b 567 b4695 b 823 1016 b 1208 b 1337 b 1658 b 1979 b12 174 17 1 4 0422 9 273g 0432155 b 40 247 5 9 b 52 2 4 6465 9 4778 b Free a N PS x 23 3 0 7292 75 145 x 1 025 a M PS x 28 171 0 7292 75 75 x 0 975 x b PS 0 7292 x 4 68453 2 Notes for VPL
29. 1 he 16 14 E Ze gt 103 4 Ve a 260 10 apt te Bes gt S Projector suspension support VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only mounting surface 172 6 7ig 78 3 1 3 re gt 18 3 32 _ 17 49 Que I 9p Dor k ren 8 f 1 AR i n co a SC E E y A 2 sal E ae jae a Ym TEET S M a 1 S lols 26 1 1 8 Hd Mg amp 121 4 GEE le a e he 160 6 3 9 1 4 211 83 9 lt gt lt gt Hole for security Cross section of Security UON 21 Flp Unit mm inches 66 Dimensions Rear 154 6 3 152 5 6 lt gt gt Remote control detector Rear 0 5 O a cp i LE p 66 a 2 5 9 326 12 7 4 K Unit mm inches Bottom 148 5 7 g 32 19 9 lt gt 174 6715 gt K H I 1 K I ES f f om r r r r a OES OM sa f r bad E sa f f r r r i f r 2 y 2 N cam IT e Y Pa Lo lo oly 56 6 Holes for mounting a a AD le projector susp
30. 1024 through the Signal menu WS Sunmicro 48 1664 This projector has 20 types of user memories for each of Input A and Input B into which you can save the setting of the adjusted data for an unpreset input signal 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 using the Signal menu it will be registered in the projector If more than 20 user memory items are registered the newest memory always overwrites the oldest one See the chart on page 58 to find if the signal is registered in the preset memory Since the data for the following signals is recalled from the preset memory you can 38 The Signal Menu The Function Menu The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the projector Smart APA On m Picture Auto Input Search Off m Signal Test Pattern Off Speaker On On recien Start Up Image Standby Mode Standard Off ha Installation Power Saving Panel Key Lock Off la Setup Security Lock Of Information Sel t Set ENTER Exit MENU Setting items Functions Initial setting Smart APA The APA Auto Pixel Alignment automatically adjusts Dot Phase H Size and Shift on the Signal menu for the input signal from a computer On When a signal is input from a comp
31. 1050 fV 60 Hz 1 Set the resolution and the frequency of the signal of the connected computer within the range of acceptable preset signals of the projector Resolution Applicable video signals 15 k RGB 50 60 Hz Component 50 60 Hz Progressive component DTV 480 601 575 50i 480 60p 575 50p 720 60p 720 50p 1080 60i 1080 501 Composite video Y C video Monaural speaker system 40 x 20 mm I 5 8 x 2 7 inches Speaker output Maximum W x 1 Speaker Input Output 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 burst 0 3 Vp p 2 dB PAL 75 ohms terminated AUDIO stereo minijack 500 mVrms impedance more than 47 kilohms HD D sub15 pin female Analog RGB component R R Y 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 B Y 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated HD Horizontal sync input TTL level high impedance positive negative VD Vertical sync input TTL level high impedance positive negative AUDIO Stereo minijack rated input 500 mVrms input impedance 47 kilohms Analog RGB HD D sub 15 pin female R 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated G 0 7 Vp p 2 dB 75 ohms terminated B 0 7 Vp p 2 d
32. 3 5 m 9 8 to 11 5 feet 120 inch 3 6 to 4 1 m 11 8 to 13 5 feet 150 inch 4 5 to 5 2 m 14 8 to 17 1 feet 180 inch 5 4 to 6 2 m 17 7 to 20 3 feet 200 inch 6 0 to 6 9 m 19 7 to 22 6 feet 250 inch 7 5 to 8 7 m 24 6 to 28 5 feet 300 inch 9 1 to 10 4 m 29 9 to 34 1 feet VPL CWI125 When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2 40 inch 1 3 to 1 5 m 4 3 to 4 9 feet 60 inch 1 9 to 2 2 m 6 2 to 7 2 feet LCD panel Specifications 80 inch 2 6 to 3 0m 8 5 to 9 8 feet 100 inch 3 2 to 3 7 m 10 5 to 12 1 feet 120 inch 3 9 to 4 5 m 12 8 to 14 8 feet 150 inch 4 9 to 5 6 m 16 1 to 18 4 feet 180 inch 5 9 to 6 7 m 19 4 to 22 0 feet 200 inch 6 5 to 7 5 m 21 3 to 24 6 feet 250 inch 8 1 to 9 4 m 26 6 to 30 8 feet 300 inch 9 8 to 11 3 m 32 2 to 37 1 feet There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown above Electrical characteristics Color system NTSC3 58 PAL SECAM NTSC4 43 PAL M PAL N PAL60 system switched automatically manually NTSC4 43 is the color system used when playing back a video recorded in NTSC ona NTSC4 43 system VCR VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 750 horizontal TV lines Video input 1 024 x 768 dots RGB input VPL CW125 750 horizontal TV lines Video input 1 366 x 800 dots RGB input Acceptable computer signals fH 19 to 92 kHz fV 48 to 92 Hz Maximum input signal resolution SXGA 1400 x
33. B 75 ohms terminated HD Horizontal sync input TTL level high impedance positive negative VD Vertical sync input TTL level high impedance positive negative AUDIO Stereo minijack rated input 500 mVrms input impedance more than 47 kilohms Video input INPUTA INPUT B INPUT C NETWORK VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only RJ 45 1OBASE T 100BASE TX MONITOR OUT HD D sub 15 pin female R G B Gain Unity 75 ohms SYNC HD VD 4 Vp p open 1 Vp p 75 ohms AUDIO OUT variable out Stereo minijack 1 Vrms When the volume is maximum and an input signal is 500 mVrms output impedance 5 kilohms RS 232C D sub 9 pin OUTPUT REMOTE General Dimensions 372 x 90 x 298 mm 14 Ya x3 Sig x 11 3 4 inches w h d without the projection parts Mass Approx 4 1 kg 9 Ib 1 oz Power requirements VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 100 to 240 V AC 2 9 1 2 A 50 60 Hz VPL CW125 100 to 240V AC 2 9 1 3A 50 60 Hz Power consumption VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 Max 285 W in standby standard 7 W in standby low 0 5 W VPL CW125 Max 287 W in standby standard 7 W in standby low 0 5 W Heat dissipation VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 973 BTU VPL CW125 979 BTU Operating temperature 0 C to 35 C 32 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 Supplied accessorie
34. CW125 only The projected image size is the one when Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2 When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to other than Full 2 black bands appear at the top and bottom or right and left of the screen When Aspect in the Signal menu is set to 4 3 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 84 of Full 2 size When Aspect in the Signal menu is set to 16 9 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 99 96 of Full 2 size The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following PS projected image size measured diagonally inches a distance between the hole front for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom surface of this projector and the center of the screen b distance between the projector suspension support mounting surface on bottom of this projector and the ceiling distance between the center of the screen and the ceiling minimum maximum zzx Installation Diagram Side Shot VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only and V Keystone Adjustments With Side Shot horizontal keystone adjustment provided for the projector you can project the picture from the side of the screen When projecting with Side Shot adjustment only you can adjust the horizontal distortion of the screen to the maximum using Side Shot When projecting with both Side Shot and
35. Mode sss 39 Start Up Image rrt 39 EE era 43 Supplied accessories ssss 55 T Test Paterfi rore rere tette 39 Troubleshooting ees 49 V V Keystone Volume OR AE EE N Index sJouio 69 Sony Corporation http www sony net
36. R After this is entered you can put in your own password Therefore when you use this function for the first time please input ENTER four times Security Lock Enter password key Password required for power on Use oo Cancel Other Next the screen for entering the new password is displayed Enter the password on this screen even if you want to keep the current password Enter the password on this screen Security Lock Enter new password key Power on cannot be performed without the password Use aaa Cancel Other 3 Enter the password again to confirm Security Lock Re enter new password key Be sure to remember this password Use e 9 2 amp EMER Cancel Other When Security Lock enabled is displayed on the menu screen the setting for security lock is completed If Invalid Password is displayed on the menu screen perform this procedure again from step 1 4 Turn the main power off and disconnect the AC power cord The security lock is set to on then it becomes effective The screen used for entering the password is displayed when the power is turned on the next time Security certification When the password screen is displayed enter the password that was set If you fail to enter the correct password after three tries the projector cannot be used In this case press the ID key to turn off the power To cancel the security lock 1 Press the MENU key then tu
37. S ONY 3 211 166 12 1 Data Projector Operating Instructions VPL CX100 VPL CX120 CX125 VPL CX150 CX155 VPL CW125 2007 Sony Corporation 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 WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED WARNING When installing the unit incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring or connect the power plug to socket outlet which must be provided near the unit and easily accessible If a fault should occur during operation of the unit operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off or disconnect the power plug WARNING THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY If used in USA use the UL LISTED power cord specified below DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin NEMA 5 15P Configuration Cord Type SJT three 16 or 18 AWG wires Length Minimum 1 5 m 4 ft 11in Less than 2 5 m 8 ft 3 in Rating Minimum 10 A 125 V Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug or both To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock refer servicing to qualified service personnel WARNING THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR OTHER COUNTRIES WARNING 1 Use the approved Power Cord 3
38. System Selects the color system of the input signal If you select Auto the projector detects the color system of the input signal automatically If the picture is distorted or colorless select the color system according to the input signal When the color system of the input signal is PAL60 select PAL If Auto is selected the color system cannot be detected Auto Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamps reset the lamp timer The Setup Menu nue N e Buis sBunjes pue siueunsnipy 43 The 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 Model name vecoxiss Serial number Picture E Memory No Memory number of an input signal Sl Function Lamp Timer Signal type amp Installation MOSetup Information Sel AE Exit Menu Setting items Functions fH Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal The displayed value is approximate fV Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal The displayed value is approximate 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 Horizontal frequency and Vertical frequency may not be display
39. UDIO jack Connect to the audio output of video equipment REMOTE RS 232C connector D sub 9 pin female Connects to a computer to operate the projector from the computer Remote Commander The supplied remote commander differs according to the model Refer to the relevant page VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 Page 17 VPL CX100 CX120 CX150 Page 19 VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 The keys that have the same names as those on the control panel function identically 20 1 2 3 19 4 18 5 17 6 16 15 7 8 14 9 13 10 O VO On Standby key INPUT A B C D E keys Selects the input signal output from the connector of the same name as those of the Remote Commander INPUT D key and INPUT E key are not used in this model Remote Commander MelMSAO 17 AIR SHOT key Displays the Network Presentation Home For details see Operating Instructions for Network stored on the CD ROM APA Auto Pixel Alignment key Automatically adjusts a picture to its clearest while a signal is input from a computer For details see Smart APA in The Function Menu on page 39 ENTER key O RESET key Resets the value of an item to its factory preset value or returns the enlarged image with D ZOOM key to its original size This key functions when the menu or a setting item is displayed on the screen KEYSTONE Trapezoidal distortion correction key Q ASPECT key Select the aspe
40. a high temperature For details see page 51 ON STANDBY indicator Lights up or flashes under the following conditions Lights in red when the AC power cord is plugged into a wall outlet Once the projector is in standby mode you can turn it on with the I O key Flashes in red when the internal temperature is high or the electrical system has failed Lights in green when the projector is turned on and when it is ready to operate Flashes in green from the time when the projector is turned on until the projector is ready to operate Also flashes in green while the cooling fan is running after the power is turned off with the VO key The fan runs for about 60 seconds after the power is turned off Lights in orange when the power saving mode is on For details see page 51 VO On Standby key Turns on the projector when it is in standby mode When you push this key the ON STANDBY indicator flashes in green and then lights in green when the projector is ready to operate To turn off the power press the VO key twice according to the message or hold the VO key for about one second Q INPUT key Select the input signal Each time you press the key the input signal switches KEYSTONE Trapezoidal distortion correction key Adjusts the trapezoidal distortion of the image Pressing this key VKEYSTONE Vertical trapezoidal distortion correction adjustment menu is displayed Use the a
41. and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Address For the customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 For the customers in Europe The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation 1 7 1 Konan Minato ku Tokyo 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 For the State of California USA only Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Perchlorate Material Lithium battery contains perchlorate Disposal of the used lamp For the customers in the USA 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 Voor de klanten in Nederland Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval KCA Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te worden tijdens de levensduur van het apparaat Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de batterij toch vervangen moet worden De batterij mag alleen ve
42. by the plug not the cable itself For VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 when connecting to a LAN using a LAN cable see Operating Instructions for Network stored on the CD ROM Connecting a Computer This section describes how to connect the projector to a computer For more information refer to the computer s instruction manual To connect a computer Side oinjoid eui Buroelfojd to audio output Computer ES A to monitor output a Stereo audio connecting cable not supplied Use a no resistance cable 2 HD D sub 15 pin cable The projector accepts VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA and SXGA signals However we recommend that you set the output mode of your computer to XGA VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 Connecting the Projector 23 24 CX155 or WXGA VPL CW125 for the external monitor If you set your computer such as a notebook computer to output the signal to both your computer s display and the external monitor the picture of the external monitor may not appear properly Set your computer to output the signal to only the external monitor For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer To connect a Macintosh computer equipped with a video output connector of a type having two rows of pins use a commercially available plug adaptor Connecting the Projector Connecting a VCR This
43. considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance www eiae org Replacing the Lamp eoueuejure A 47 Cleaning the Air EI There is a difference between the front and Fi Iter rear of the air filter Attach the air filter with the grid side facing upward as in the The air filter should be cleaned whenever illustration you replace the lamp Remove the air filter and then remove the 6 Replace the air filter cover dust with a vacuum cleaner The time needed to clean the air filter will Notes vary depending on the environment or how the projector is used If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter replace the air filter with a new one For details on new air filter consult with qualified Sony personnnel Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly the power can not be turned on if it is not inserted securely Page 51 To erase a message press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander 1 Tum the power off and unplug the power cord 2 Remove the air filter cover 3 Remove the air filter from the each claws 7 positions on the air filter cover 4 Clean the air filter with a vacuum cleaner 5 Attach the air filter so that it fits into the each claws 7 positions on the air filter covers 48 Cleaning the Air Filter gt Others Troubleshooti
44. ct ratio of the picture Each time you press this key the aspect ratio changes according to the input signals VOLUME keys FREEZE key Freezes the projected picture To cancel the frozen picture press the key again This function is available when the PC signal is input ID MODE 1 2 3 keys When you apply the same identification number as the projector to a Remote Commander you can easily adjust or control each projector with a Remote Commander whenever you use two or more projectors in one room For details see ID Mode in the Installation menu on page 42 Remote Commander D CONTROL S OUT jack stereo mini jack This function is not provided in this projector D MUTING keys Cut off the picture and sound PIC Cuts off the picture Press again to restore the picture AUDIO Press to temporarily cut off the audio output from the speaker Press again or press the VOLUME key to restore the sound D ZOOM Digital Zoom key Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen This function is available when the PC signal is input D ZOOM 4 keys This function is not provided in this projector D FOCUS keys This function is not provided in this projector SHIFT 4 keys This function is not provided in this projector t W lt keys Arrow These keys have same function as the A V lt gt keys on the Control Panel of the main unit MENU ke
45. cted 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 image size diagonal inches Minimum 1 3 1 9 2 6 3 2 3 9 4 9 5 9 6 5 8 1 9 8 Distance 4 3 6 2 8 5 10 5 12 8 16 1 19 4 21 3 26 6 32 2 Maximum 1 5 2 2 3 0 3 7 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 5 9 4 11 3 Distance 4 9 7 2 9 8 12 1 14 8 18 4 22 0 24 6 30 8 37 1 Installing the Projector oinjoid eui Buroelfojd 21 22 There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table above Notes for VPL CW125 only When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to other than Full 2 black bands appear at the top and bottom or right and left of the screen When Aspect in the Signal menu is set to 4 3 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 84 of Full 2 size When Aspect in the Signal menu is set to 16 9 the projected image size diagonal will be approximately 99 96 of Full 2 size For details on installation see Installation Diagram on page 59 Installing the Projector Connecting the Projector When you connect the projector make sure to Turn off all equipment before making any connections Use the proper cables for each connection nsert the cable plugs firmly loose connections may increase noise and reduce performance of picture signals When pulling out a cable be sure to pull it out
46. e Meaning and Remedy High temp Lamp off in 1 min The internal temperature is too high 2 Turn off the power gt Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes Frequency is out of range This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the acceptable range of the projector The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too high 2 Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency Please check Input A Signal Sel You have input an RGB signal from the computer when Input A Signal Sel in the Setup menu is set to Component gt Set Input A Signal Sel correctly see page 43 Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter It is time to replace the lamp and clean the air filter 2 Replace the lamp see page 46 and clean the filter see page 48 f this message appears again after you replace the lamp the lamp replacement process is not complete 2 Perform the operations in step 9 to 12 on page 47 To erase a message press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander High temp Probably use in high altitude Switch to high altitude mode on Yes No Internal temperature is too high 2 When using the projector at an altitude of 1 500 m or higher set High Altitude Mode on the Installation menu to On see page 42 gt If this message appears on the screen when using the proj
47. e IERI TEESI Signal Input A Signd Nederlands PXHP l gt Color System Francais EED Function Lamp Timer H Italiano t O Deutsch amine MO installation Espafiol PO Portugu s E Setup Pycckw Information e Sel HH Set Exit MENU 6 Press the A V 4 or gt key to select a language then press the ENTER key The menu changes to the selected language To clear the menu Press the MENU key The menu also disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute Security Lock Security Lock The projector is equipped with a security lock function When you turn the power of the projector on you are required to input the previously set password If you do not input the correct password you will not be able to project the picture When the security lock becomes effective you are required to input the password only when you turn the projector on after disconnecting or reconnecting the cable You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password and the password administrator is not available Be please aware that using the security lock can prevent valid usage in such cases To use the security lock 1 Press the MENU key and then on the Function menu turn on the Security Lock setting Enter the password Use the MENU A W lt gt and ENTER keys to enter the four digit password The default initial password setting is ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTE
48. ector at normal altitudes check to see if anything is blocking the ventilation holes exhaust see page 14 Caution Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen Message Meaning and Remedy Not applicable You have pressed the wrong key 2 Press the appropriate key The panel keys are locked Panel Key Lock in the Function menu is set to On 2 All the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander see page 40 Troubleshooting s1eu1o 53 Specifications Optical characteristics Projection system 3 LCD panels 1 lens 3 primary color shutter system VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 0 79 inch XGA panel 2 359 296 pixels 1024 x 768 x 3 VPL CW 125 0 74 inch WXGA panel 3 280 000 pixels 1366 x 800 x 3 Lens 1 2 times zoom lens f 23 5 to 28 2 mm F1 75 to 2 17 Lamp 200 W Ultra high pressure lamp Projected picture size 40 to 300 inches measured diagonally Light output VPL CX150 CX155 3500 Im VPL CX120 CX125 CW125 3000 Im VPL CX100 2700 Im When the Lamp Mode is set to High Throwing distance When placed on the floor VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 When an XGA signal is input 40 inch 1 2 to 1 4m 3 9 to 4 6 feet 60 inch 1 8 to 2 1 m 5 9 to 6 9 feet 80 inch 2 4 to 2 8 m 7 9 to 9 2 feet 100 inch 3 0 to
49. ed depending on the input signal used on the projector You cannot change the displays listed above 44 The Information Menu Input signals and adjustable setting items Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal as indicated in the following tables The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu Picture menu Item Input signal Video S Video Component Video GBR Computer Network Y C Picture Mode e e Contrast o o e Brightness o e e e e Color e e e Hue e e Color Temperature Sharpness Gamma Mode e o o Adjustable can be set Lm Not adjustable cannot be set y Except B amp W lis NTSC3 58 and NTSC4 43 only except B amp W Preset memory No 3 4 only 5 4 VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only 3 o Signal menu 8 o 3 Item Input signal F Video S Video Component Video GBR Computer Network o Y C Ei Aspect o o e e 9 c Adjust Signal 2 Dot Phase _ E H size Shift e e g Adjustable can be set Not adjustable cannot be set 5 Can be set except preset memory number 49 6 VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only The Information Menu 45 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as a light source is a consumable product Replace this lamp with a new o
50. ension xl e 464 1 support 12 2 1 5 Center of the projector Unit mm inches Dimensions siouio 67 68 Index A Adjuster s eee e ere 27 Air filter iio dide doeet 48 ASPEC aen end 37 38 Auto Input Search ee 39 B Background tee ete 41 Brightness e petere 36 C Cleaning the air filter 48 Color 36 Color System 43 Color Temp 36 Connecting a computer 23 Connecting a VCR 24 Contrast y EE EE 36 D Digital Zoom function 32 Dimensions 65 Direct Power On 42 Direct power On Off function 4 92 Dot Phase i teme ao ten 37 F fH Horizontal Frequency 44 Freeze function sese 32 fV Vertical Frequency 44 G Gamma Mode ssesseseee 36 H ES tbe epe de ideis 37 High Altitude Mode 42 IUe oi ke sod Se AR EE RA ee 36 l ID Mode EE EE GW eaa Image Flip te Input A Signal Sel 43 Installation diagram Ceiling installation 61 Index Floor installation eese 59 Installing the projector 21 IR Recely r erred 41 L
51. etergent or chemical cleaning cloth as they will damage the lens surface On cleaning the cabinet Clean the cabinet gently with a soft dry cloth Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with mild detergent solution followed by wiping with a soft dry cloth Use of alcohol benzene thinner or insecticide may damage the finish of the cabinet or remove the indications on the cabinet Do not use these chemicals If you rub on the cabinet with a stained cloth the cabinet may be scratched If the cabinet is in contact with a rubber or vinyl resin product for a long period of time the finish of the cabinet may deteriorate or the coating may come off On LCD projector The LCD 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 LCD projector This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Notes on Installation and Usage Unsuitable Installation Do not install the unit in the following situations These installations may cause malfunction or damage to the unit Poorly ventilated Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build up Do not place the unit on surfaces rugs blankets etc or near materials curtains draperies that may block the ventilation holes When the internal heat builds up due
52. g the setting Press the A or V key to select the setting Press the ENTER or P key to restore the previous screen To clear the menu Press the MENU key The menu disappears automatically if a key is not pressed for one minute To reset items that have been adjusted Select the item that you want to reset and press the RESET key on the Remote Commander Complete appears on the screen and the setting of the item that you have selected is reset to its factory preset value Items that can be reset are Contrast Brightness Color Hue and Sharpness on the Adjust Picture menu of the Picture menu Dot Phase H Size and Shift on the Adjust Signal menu of the Signal menu Storage of the settings The settings are automatically stored in the projector memory when the ENTER key is pressed The resetting item of the Lamp timer setting is not memorized If no signal is input If there is no input signal Cannot adjust this item appears on the screen Unadjustable items Items that cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal are not displayed on the menu For details see page 45 Using a MENU nue N e Buis sBunjes pue sjueujsnipy 35 36 The Picture Menu The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume Pi Adjust Picture Standard EF Signal Bright
53. he Spakaer in the Function menu to On see page 39 Troubleshooting Remote Commander Symptom Cause and Remedy The Remote Commander does not work The Remote Commander batteries are dead 2 Replace them with new batteries see pages 19 20 The COMMAND ON OFF switch is set to OFF VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only 2 Set it to ON page 18 The ID number of the projector assigned in ID Mode in the Installation menu does not match the ID number of the ID MODE keys on the Remote Commander VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only 2 Assigns the same ID number to the projector and the Remote Commander or set ID Mode in the Installation menu to AI see pages 18 42 Others Symptom Cause and Remedy The control panel keys do not function The control panel keys are locked gt Unlock the control panel keys see page 40 The fan is noisy gt Check the setting of High Altitude Mode in the Installation menu see page 42 gt Check the ventilation holes are not blocked gt Make sure the room temperature is not too high To maintain the product reliability of the projector s components the rotation speed of the fan increases and the fan becomes slightly noisier when the room temperature exceeds normal The approximate normal temperature is 25 C Indicators Symptom Cause and Remedy The LAMP COVER The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached
54. he AC power cord into a wall outlet then connect all eguipment The ON STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into standby mode Press the VO key The ON STANDBY indicator flashes in green and then lights in green Turn on the equipment connected to the projector Projecting 4 Select the input source To operate with the Remote Commander of VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 You can select directly the input signal you want to project by pressing one key from among INPUT A B C AIR SHOT VIDEO or S VIDEO on the Remote Commander To operate with the Conirol Panel or the Remote Commander of VPL CX100 CX120 CX150 Each time you press the INPUT key the input signal switches as follows Input A Input B Input C U S Video Video J VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only To input from Press INPUT to display Computer Component Input A Video GBR etc connected to the INPUT A connector Computer etc Input B connected to the INPUT B connector Computer connected to Input C LAN to use the network VPL presentation function CX125 CX155 CW125 only Video equipment connected to the VIDEO input connector Video Video equipment connected to the S VIDEO input connector S Video If Auto Input Search is set to On the projector searches for the signals from the connected equipment and displays the input channel where the in
55. indicator flashes in orange Repetition rate of 2 flashes 2 Attach the cover securely see pages 46 and 48 The LAMP COVER indicator flashes in orange Repetition rate of 3 flashes The lamp has reached the end of its life 2 Replace the lamp see page 46 The lamp has reached a high temperature gt Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power again ON STANDBY flashes in red Repetition rate of 2 flashes The internal temperature is unusually high 2 Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes The projector is being used at a high altitude 2 Ensure that High Altitude Mode in the Installation menu is set to On see page 42 ON STANDBY flashes in red Repetition rate of 4 flashes The fan is broken gt Consult with qualified Sony personnel Troubleshooting SJOUO 51 52 Symptom Cause and Remedy ON STANDBY flashes in red Repetition rate of 6 flashes Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the ON STANDBY indicator goes out plug the power cord to the wall outlet and then turn the projector on again If the ON STANDBY flashes in red and the problem persists the electrical system has failed 2 Consult with qualified Sony personnel Troubleshooting Messages List Warning Messages Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen Messag
56. it 2 Use the A or V key to select a menu then press the gt or ENTER key The items that can be set or adjusted with the selected menu appear The item presently selected is shown in yellow 3 Select an item Use the A or V key to select the item then press the or ENTER key The setting items are displayed in a pop up menu in a setting menu in an adjustment menu or in the next menu window Using a MENU Pop up menu Items that can be set Status On Language English Input A Signal Sel Auto E Function Lamp Timer Reset Picture Signal Onstallation G Information Sel Set ENTER Back Exit Menu Setting menu Picture Mode Dynamic Standard Natural Sel Exit MENU Adjustment menu Contras __ 5_ 80 9 Next menu window Items that can be set Contrast BO Signal Brightness 50 Sharpness 50 E j Function Gamma Mode Graphics t Color Temp High Olnstallation n Setup Information Sel 8 Set ENTER Back Exit MENU Make the setting or adjustment of an item When changing the adjustment level To increase the number press the A or gt key To decrease the number press the V or key Press the ENTER key The setting or adjustment done is stored and the previous screen is restored When changin
57. k stereo minijack To listen to sound output from a computer connect via this jack to the audio output of the computer For details see Connecting a Computer on page 23 and Connecting a VCR on page 24 INPUT B Analog RGB connector HD D sub 15 pin female Connect to external equipment such as a computer Connects to the monitor output of a computer using the supplied cable or an optional cable AUDIO jack stereo minijack To listen to sound output from a computer connect via this jack to the audio output of the computer AC IN socket Connects the supplied AC power cord 6 OUTPUT MONITOR connector HD D sub 15 pin female Connect to the video input connector of the monitor Outputs signals from the selected channel and computer signals only from among the signals from the INPUT A or INPUT B AUDIO jack stereo minijack Connects to external active speakers The volume of the speakers can be controlled by the VOLUME keys on the Remote Commander When INPUT A or B is selected the sound input to the AUDIO connector of INPUT A or B is output When VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected the sound input to the AUDIO input connector of VIDEO IN is output VIDEO IN Video input Connects to external video equipment S VIDEO jack mini DIN 4 pin Connects to the S video output Y C video output of video equipment VIDEO jack phono type Connects to the composite video output of video equipment A
58. mmander operation Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the projector Direct the Remote Commander toward the remote control detector The operation range is limited The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector is the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes gt Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector Y Screen Distance between the screen and the center of the lens The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the projected image Use the following table as a guide VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 When an XGA signal is input Unit m feet Projected 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300 image size diagonal inches Minimum 1 2 1 8 2 4 3 0 3 6 4 5 5 4 6 0 7 5 9 1 Distance 3 9 5 9 7 9 9 8 11 8 14 8 17 7 19 7 24 6 29 9 Maximum 1 4 2 1 2 8 3 5 4 1 5 2 6 2 6 9 8 7 10 4 Distance 4 6 6 9 9 2 11 5 13 5 17 1 20 3 22 6 28 5 34 1 There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table above VPL CW125 When Aspect on the Signal menu is set to Full 2 Unit m feet Proje
59. n in the Installation menu Failing to set this mode when using the unit at high altitudes could have adverse effects such as reducing the reliability of certain components Note on the screen 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 unit or the zooming magnifications This is not a malfunction of the unit Unsuitable Conditions Do not use the unit under the following conditions Do not topple the unit O Avoid using as the unit topples over on its side It may cause malfunction Do not tilt right left Avoid using as the unit tilts more than 20 degrees Do not install the unit other than on the floor or ceiling These installations may cause malfunction Do not block the ventilation holes y X Avoid using something to cover over the ventilation holes exhaust intake otherwise the internal heat may build up Do not place a blocking object just in front of the lens q Do not place any object just in front of the lens that may block the light during projection Heat from the light may damage the object Use the PIC MUTING key to cut off the picture Do not use the Security bar for transporting or installation Use the Security bar at the side of the projector for a purpose of preventing theft by attaching a commercially available theft prevention cable for
60. ne in the following cases When the lamp has burnt out or dims Please replace the Lamp and clean the Filter appears on the screen The LAMP COVER indicator flashes in red Repetition rate of 3 flashes The lamp life varies depending on conditions of use Use an LMP C200 Projector Lamp as the replacement lamp Use of lamps other than the LMP C200 may cause damage to the projector If the lamp breaks consult with qualified Sony personnel for replacing the lamp and internal checking 1 Tum off the projector and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet When replacing the lamp after using the projector wait at least an hour for the lamp to cool 2 Open the lamp cover by loosening the three screws with a Phillips screwdriver If you work with the projector hung on the ceiling hold the lamp cover so it does not fall when you release the screws Replacing the Lamp 3 Place your fingers under the lamp cover and pull it up to remove the lamp cover 4 Loosen the three screws on the lamp unit with the Phillips screwdriver O hold the knob then pull out the lamp unit Do not allow any metal objects flammable objects etc into the lamp replacement slot D Insert the new lamp all the way in until it is securely in place Q9 Tighten the three screws Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp The power will not turn on if the lamp is not
61. ness 50 Sharpness 50 MO Installation amp Setup Information Picture Mode Standard Pic lig Adjust Picture Signal Volume 390 Function Sel J Set ENTER Function Gamma Mode Graphics Color Temp Low MO Installation amp Setup Information Exit Sel AS Set ENTER Back Exit VENU Setting items Functions Initial setting Picture Mode Selects the picture mode Dynamic Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic picture Standard Normally select this setting If the picture has roughness with the Dynamic setting this setting reduces the roughness Natural Selects for the color more similar to the input picture Standard Adjust Picture The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items for each Dynamic Standard or Natural picture mode separately Contrast Adjusts the picture contrast 80 Brightness Adjusts the picture brightness 50 Color Adjusts color intensity 50 Hue Adjusts color tones The higher the setting the more greenish the picture becomes The lower the setting the more purplish 50 Sharpness Adjusts the picture sharpness The higher the setting the sharper the picture becomes The lower the setting the softer the picture becomes
62. ng 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 Symptom Cause and Remedy The power is not turned on e The power has been turned off and on with the IK key at a short interval 2 Wait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power The lamp cover is not secured gt Close the lamp cover securely see page 47 The air filter cover is detached gt Attach the air filter cover securely see page 48 Picture Symptom Cause and Remedy No picture A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong 2 Check that the proper connections have been made see page 23 The connections are wrong gt This projector is compatible with DDC2B Digital Data Channel 2B If your computer is compatible with DDC turn the projector on according to the following procedures 1 Connect the projector to the computer 2 Turn the projector on 3 Start the computer nput selection is incorrect gt Select the input source correctly see page 26 The picture is muted 2 Press the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting see pages 16 18 20 The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a computer gt Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor see
63. or Station for Air Shot Version 2 Version 2 xx Japanese and English only This is an application software for transmitting data from a computer to the projector About the Supplied Manuals Features High brightness high picture quality High brightness Adoption of Sony s unique optical system provides a high efficiency optical system It allows light output of 3500 lumen for the VPL CX150 CX155 3000 lumen for the VPL CX120 CX125 CW125 and 2700 lumen for the VPL CX100 High picture quality VPL CX100 CX120 CX125 CX150 CX155 Three super high aperture 0 79 inch XGA panels with approximately 790 000 effective pixels produce a resolution of 1024 x 768 dots horizontal vertical for RGB input and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input VPL CW125 Three super high aperture 0 74 inch WXGA panels with approximately 1 090 000 effective pixels produce a resolution of 1366 x 800 dots horizontal vertical for RGB input and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input Versatile installation capability Capable of floor ceiling or tilt installation In addition to the front floor or ceiling installation you can install the projector by tilting it 90 degrees at the rear or 90 degrees in front Direct Power On Off function The AC power of the entire system can be directly turned on off with a breaker or other switch without pressing the power key on the projector Simple maintenance Even when the projecto
64. or displaying the menu and other on screen displays The factory setting is English To change the menu language proceed as follows ON STANDBY indicator OFF ON A B D E si JES P VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 020 2 eoeo Front remote control detector VPL CX100 CX120 CX150 1 2 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet Press the IU key to turn on the projector The ON STANDBY indicator flashes in green and then lights in green Press the MENU key The menu appears The menu currently selected is shown as a yellow button E Picture Lei AI Signal Picture Mode Standard Adjust Picture SI Function MO Installation 5 Setup O Information Volume 28 Sel e Set ENTER Exit venu 4 Press the A or V key to select the Setup menu then press the P or ENTER key Selecting the Menu Language SUON2UN JUaIU AUDD 29 30 The selected menu appears Peus eene On 7 Language English Signal Input A Signal Sel Auto LI Color System Auto Function Lamp Timer Reset WO Installation amp Setup Information Sel Set ENTER Exit MENU D Press the A or V key to select Language then press the gt or ENTER key Status On EE Languag
65. paper be changed to a dark color Precautions On preventing internal heat build up After you turn off the power with the key on the control panel or on the Remote Commander do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet while the cooling fan is still running Caution The unit is equipped with ventilation holes intake at the bottom and ventilation holes exhaust at the side Do not block or place anything near these holes or internal heat build up may occur causing picture degradation or damage to the unit On cleaning Before cleaning Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet On cleaning the air filter Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp Refer to the Cleaning the Air Filter on page 48 for the air filter cleaning On 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 Avoid touching the lens To remove dust on the lens use a soft dry cloth Do not use a damp cloth detergent solution or thinner 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 d
66. pressing the APA key again while Adjusting appears on the screen The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal While WXGA signal 1280x768 1360x768 is being input the adjustment process of when Smart APA is set to On may differ from when the APA key on the remote commander is pressed Adjust the Dot Phase H Size and Shift items on the Signal menu when you adjust the picture manually When Standby mode is set to Low the network presentation and the network control functions cannot be used in standby mode The Function Menu The Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for changing the settings of the projector V Keystone Auto X Pict Gleave Side Shot 0 7 Image Flip Off Signal 9 Background Blue S Function Lamp Mode Standard IR Receiver Front amp Rear IMOlInstallation ID Mode All E 71 Direct Power On Off n Setup High Altitude Mode Off Information Sel Is Set Exit MENU Setting items Functions Initial setting V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle Select Auto for automatic correction or Manual for manual correction using the A W 4 P keys When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top _ Sets a lower value When the top of the trapezoid is longer than
67. put signals are found When the no signal is input to the VPL CX125 CX155 CW 125 Input C is selected For details see Auto Input Search in the Function Menu on page 39 Switch the equipment connected to output to the projector Depending on the type of your computer for example a notebook or an all in one LCD type you may have to switch the computer to output to the projector by pressing certain keys e g co amp e3 C E etc or by changing your computer s settings The key used for switching the computer to output to the projector varies depending on the type of computer Adjust the upper or lower position of the picture Use the adjuster to adjust the picture position Using the adjuster D Lift the projector while pressing the Adjuster adjustment button 2 Adjust the tilt of the projector 3 Release the Adjuster adjustment button When fine tuning is necessary turn the Adjuster right and left When you adjust the tilt of the projector with the adjuster the V keystone Projecting oinjoid eui Bun2eloid 27 28 adjustment is performed at the same time If you do not want to perform the automatic keystone adjustment set the V Keystone to Manual See page 41 If you set the V Keystone to Auto the V Keystone correction is automatically adjusted However it may not be perfectly adjusted depending on the room tempe
68. r is mounted on the ceiling you can change the lamp or clean the air filter easily because the replacement lamp is located at the rear of the projector and the air filter is located at the front of the projector Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp ID function VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only The function allows you to adjust or control each projector individually with one Remote Commander when you use two or more projectors in one room System expandability using a network VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only Connection to a LAN allows you to turn the projector on off away from the installation location via a Web browser or to obtain projector status information such as the lamp timer Side Shot VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only The projector supports the Side Shot feature horizontal trapezoidal correction function enabling projection from the side of the screen Installation becomes possible in a wider variety of locations Security Functions Security lock This function makes it possible to prevent projection of a picture on the screen unless the required password is entered when the projector is turned on Panel key lock This function locks all the keys on the control panel of the projector allowing use of the keys on the Remote Commander This prevents the projector from operating incorrectly Network Presentation VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only Any image of a computer if it is connected to a LAN
69. rature or the screen angle In this case adjust it manually Press the KEYSTONE key to V Keystone displays on the screen and adjust the value with the A W lt 4 P keys Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the adjuster extended It may cause a malfunction Adjust the size of the picture and the focus Adjust the picture size using the Zoom ring and adjust the picture focus using the Focus ring Turning Off the Power Turning Off the Power 1 Press the VO key POWER OFF Please press VO key again appears to confirm that you want to turn off the power The message disappears if you press any key other than the VC key or if you do not press any key for five seconds Press the VO key again The ON STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run to reduce the internal heat During this time you will not be able to light up the ON STANDBY indicator again with the VO key Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan stops running and the ON STANDBY indicator lights in red When you cannot confirm the on screen message When you cannot confirm the on screen message under certain conditions you can turn off the power by holding the VC key for about one second instead of the steps 1 and 2 above gt Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of fifteen languages f
70. rn off the Security Lock setting in the Function menu 2 Enter the password Enter the password that was set If you call the customer service center because you have forgotten the password you will need to be able to verify the projector s serial number and your identity This process may differ in other countries regions Once your identity has been confirmed we will provide you with the password Security Lock SUON2UN jueiueA uo7 31 Other Functions Direct Power On Off Function If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn the power for the entire system on and off set the direct power on function to On When you turn off the power you can also just unplug the power cord without pressing the VO key Effective Tools for Your Presentation To enlarge the image Digital Zoom function You can select a section of the image to enlarge This function works when a signal from a computer is input This function does not work when a video signal is input 1 Project a normal image and press the D ZOOM key on the Remote Commander The digital zoom icon appears in the center of the image Digital zoom icon 2 Move the icon to the point on the image you want to enlarge Use the arrow key A W lt P to move the icon 3 Press the D ZOOM key again The portion of the image where the icon is located is enlarged The enlargement ratio is displayed on the screen for a fe
71. rrow keys A W lt 4 gt for adjustment In the case of models VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 Side Shot Horizontal trapezoid distortion correction can be adjusted by pressing this button again Adjust it by the A W lt gt key Location and Function of Controls Main Unit MelMSAO 15 16 MENU key Displays the on screen menu Press again to clear the menu PUSH ENTER A lt gt Arrow keys Used to enter the settings of items in the menu system select a menu or make various adjustments Connector Panel PIC MUTING key Cuts off the picture Press again to restore the picture Side INPUT C VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only NETWORK connector RJ 45 Connects to the LAN cable when the network function is in use CAUTION For safety do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to this port Follow the instructions for this port INPUTA Analog RGB connector HD D sub 15 pin female Inputs a computer signal video GBR signal component signal or DTV signal depending on the connected equipment Connects to the output connector of equipment using the supplied cable or an optional cable Location and Function of Controls Main Unit For details see Connecting a Computer on page 23 and Connecting a VCR on page 24 AUDIO jac
72. rvangen worden door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de levensduur in voor recycling de batterij zal dan op correcte wijze verwerkt worden X D For safety Be sure to attach the air filter to the unit For the customers in Taiwan only Mi Et LAC WARNING 3 4 Table of Contents Precautions i ees ee ER 6 Notes on Installation and Usage 7 Unsuitable Installation 7 Usage in High Altitude 8 Unsuitable Conditions 9 Overview About the Supplied Manuals 10 Features cons etus 11 Location and Function of Controls Main Unit esiin EE 13 Top Front Side 13 Rear Side Bottom 13 Control Panel 15 Connector Panel 16 Remote Commander 17 VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 17 VPL CX100 CX120 CX150 19 Projecting the Picture Installing the Projector 21 Connecting the Projector 23 Connecting a Computer 23 Connecting a VCR 24 Projecting esiste dens 26 Turning Off the Power 28 Convenient Functions Selecting the Menu Language 29 Security Lock ees 30 Other Functions esse eee 32 Direct Power On Off Function 32 Table of Contents Effective Tool
73. s Remote Commander 1 Size AA R6 batteries 2 VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 Lithium battery CR2025 1 VPL CX100 CX120 CX150 Lens cap 1 HD D sub 15 pin cable 2 m 1 1 79 1 992 xx Specifications SO 55 AC power cord 1 INPUT B connector HD D sub 15 pin CD ROM Operating Instructions female Application Software 1 5 1 Quick Reference Manual 1 00000 Safety Regulations 1 10 UAE 6 Security Label 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice 1 R 9 Power supply input Note for DDC G 10 GND Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use SONY WILL NOT BELIABLE FOR B 1 GND DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING BUT GND 12 DDC SDA NOT LIMITED TO COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE GND 13 HD LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE GND R 4 VD PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD GND G 15 DDC SCL COLAND Mm RI wld OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE GND B WARRANTY OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER RS 232C connector D sub 9 pin Optional accessories female Projector Lamp 5 1 LMP C200 for replacement Presentation Tool 9 6 RM PJPK1 Pin assignment 1 DCD 6 DSR 2 RXDA 7 RTS INPUT A connector HD D sub 15 pin female 3 TXDA 8 CTS 5 1 4 DTR 9 RI O OOOO 15 11 1 R R Y 9 Power supply input for DDC 2
74. s for Your Presentation ssssss 32 Controlling the Computer Using a Presentation Tool RM PJPK1 not supplied When Using the Network Presentation Function VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only iiber eurem 33 Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Using a MENU eese 34 The Picture Menu 36 The Signal Menu 37 About the Preset Memory No 38 The Function Menu 39 The Installation Menu 41 The Setup Menu 43 The Information Menu 44 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 46 Cleaning the Air Filter 48 Others Troubleshooting sss 49 Messages List ee see ee ee 53 Specifications ese se ske ee ee 54 Installation Diagram 59 Floor Installation Front Projection esses 59 Ceiling Installation Front Projection esses 61 Side Shot VPL CX125 CX155 CW 125 only and V Keystone Adjustments eese 63 Dimensions ee RE EE Ee 65 Index emos euo n Mete eut 68 Table of Contents 5 6 Precautions On safety Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply If voltage adaptation is required consult with qualified Sony
75. to the block up the temperature sensor will function with the message High temp Lamp off in 1 min The power will be turned off automatically after one minute Leave space of more than 30 cm 11 T g inches around the unit Be careful that the ventilation holes may inhale tininess such as a piece of paper Highly heated and humid Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or humidity is very high or temperature is very low To avoid moisture condensation do not install the unit in a location where the temperature may rise rapidly Notes on Installation and Usage 7 8 Subject to direct cool or warm air from an air conditioner eS Installing in such a location may cause malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature Near a heat or smoke sensor ase Malfunction of the sensor may be caused Very dusty extremely smoky Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or extremely smoky environment Otherwise the air filter will become obstructed and this may cause a malfunction of the unit or damage it Dust preventing the air passing through the filter may cause a rise in the internal temperature of the unit Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp Notes on Installation and Usage Usage in High Altitude When using the unit at an altitude of 1 500 m or higher set the High Altitude Mode to O
76. uter the APA functions automatically so that the picture can be seen clearly Once the specified input signal has been adjusted by the Smart APA it will not be readjusted even when the cable is disconnected and connected again or the input channel is changed You can adjust the picture by pressing the APA key on the Remote Commander even if Smart APA set to On Off The APA functions when you press the APA key on the Remote Commander On Auto Input Search When set to On the projector detects input signals in the following order Input A B C Video S Video It indicates the input channel when the INPUT key is pressed VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only Off Test Pattern When set to On a test pattern is displayed on the screen during V Keystone or Side Shot adjustment VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only Off Speaker Set to Off to cut the sound of the internal speakers When set to Off Speaker Off apears on the screen when you turn on the power On Start Up Image On Displays the Start Up Image on the screen after turning on the power Off Does not displays the Start Up Image on the screen after turning on the power On Standby Mode When set to Low the power consumption is set to low in standby mode Standard The Function Menu nue N e Buis sBunjes pue siueunsnipy 39 40 Setting items Functions Initial
77. value the next time change the V Keystone setting to Manual from Auto If High Altitude Mode is set to On at an altitude under 1 500 m the reliability of the lamp may be diminished The Installation Menu The Setup Menu The Setup menu is used for changing the menu displays Status Pict eli ig Language Signal Input A Signal Sel Color System S Function Lamp Timer Reset Onstallation amp Setup Information Sel AE Set Exit MENU Setting items Functions Initial setting Status on screen display Sets up the on screen display When set to Off turns off the on screen displays except for the menus a message when the power is turned off and warning messages On Language Selects the language used in the menu and on screen displays The languages available are English Nederlands Frangais Italiano Deutsch Espafiol Portugu s Pycck1474 Svenska Norsk El 7k 88 rh xc BEP rnc RR St I Of and aas ngr English Input A Signal Sel Selects the Auto Computer Component or Video GBR signal input via the INPUT A connector When the Auto is selected the type of the input signal is detected automatically When the input signal is not displayed correctly with this item set to Auto select the item according to the input signal Auto Color
78. w seconds Other Functions By pressing the key repeatedly the image size ratio of enlargement max 4 times increases AE te Use the arrow key A W lt P to scroll afal To return the image to its original size Press the D ZOOM key Just pressing the RESET key returns the image back to its original size immediately e To freeze the image projected Freeze function Press the FREEZE key Freeze appears when the key is pressed This function works when a signal from a computer is input To restore the original screen press the FREEZE key again Controlling the Computer Using a Presentation Tool RM PJPK1 not supplied When Using the Network Presentation Function VPL CX125 CX155 CW125 only When you are using the network presentation function to project the picture from a computer you can perform some operations for a slide show using a presentation tool not supplied The following keys on the presentation tool are usable Key Function LASER Emits a laser beam lt SLIDE gt Changes the slides in the forward backward direction B Displays cancels a black screen during the slide show Even if the network presentation function is not used the LASER key can be used If there is any obstruction between the presentation tool and the remote control detector on the projector the presentation tool may not
79. y COMMAND ON OFF switch When this switch is set to OFF the keys on the Remote Commander do not function This saves battery power Infrared transmitter To install batteries 1 Push and slide the lid to open it then install the two size AA R6 batteries supplied with the correct polarity While pressing the lid slide it Be sure to install the battery from the O side 2 Replace the lid Notes on Remote Commander operation Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the remote control detector on the projector Direct the Remote Commander toward the front or rear remote control detector The operation range is limited The shorter the distance between the Remote Commander and the projector is the wider the angle within which the commander can control the projector becomes VPL CX100 CX120 CX150 The keys that have the same names as those on the control panel function identically MelMSAO INPUT key APA Auto Pixel Alignment key Automatically adjusts a picture to its clearest while a signal is input from a computer For details see Smart APA in The Function Menu on page 39 KEYSTONE Trapezoidal distortion correction key LENS key This function is not provided in this projector AUTO FOCUS key This function is not provided in this projector RESET key Resets the value of an item

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