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Wartungsarbeiten stets nur WARNING qualifiziertem Fachpersonal. DIESES GERÄT MUSS To reduce the risk of fire or GEERDET WERDEN. electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or For the customers in the U.S.A. and moisture. Canada To avoid electrical shock, do WARNING: not open the cabinet.
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All interface cables used to connect Pour les clients en Europe peripherals must be shielded in order to Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony comply with the limits for a digital device Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Tokyo, 108-0075 Japon.
Table of Contents Precautions ......... 6 Projecting Projecting the Picture on the Location of Controls Screen ..........28 Front/Right Side ......... 7 Turning Off the Power ....29 Operating the BRAVIA Sync Rear/Bottom ........8 Compatible Equipment with the Remote Control ........9 Remote Control of the Projector ..30 Selecting the Wide Screen Mode ..32 Connections and...
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Input Signals and Adjustable/ Setting Items .......75 Ceiling Installation ......77 Index ..........81 Trademark Information “PS3” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Precautions On safety • Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. • Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further.
Location of Controls Front/Right Side You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote control to operate the projector. Control panel Lens shift dials (1 page 18) M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter) button (1 page 39) MENU button (1 page 39) LAMP/COVER indicator...
Connections and Preparations This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc. Unpacking Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items: • Remote control (1) and •...
Step 1: Installing the Projector The projector displays pictures output from Installing the projector in such a location a VCR or other device. may cause a malfunction of the unit due to The lens shift allows you to have broader moisture condensation or rise in options for placing the projector and temperature.
Improper use Do not do any of the following while using the projector. Blocking the ventilation holes (intake 15° or more or exhaust) Avoid using the projector tilted at an angle Ventilation holes of more than 15 degrees. (intake) Do not install the projector anywhere other than on a level surface or on the ceiling.
Positioning the Projector and a screen The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen or whether or not you use the lens shift features. Determine the installation position of the projector and screen. You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector so that the center of the lens is within the area indicated in gray in the illustration.
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When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen size Screen Size SS (inches) (mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620 minimum 1201 1825 2448 3072 3695 4631 6189 7748 9307 (121) (145 (182 (243 (305 (366 maximum 1840 2782 3723 4664...
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When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen size Screen Size SS (inches) (mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620 minimum 1480 2243 3006 3770 4533 5677 7585 9493 11401 (118 (148 (178 (223 (298 (373 (448 maximum 2262 3414 4566...
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Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen. Top view Screen Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it fits the screen. (1 page 17) Note When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications.
Step 2: Adjusting the Picture Position Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position. ON/STANDBY indicator Remote control Lens shift dials detector 5, 6 (On/ standby) Zoom lever, switch Focus ring LENS button (ON/STANDBY), INPUT, MENU, and M/m/</,/ (joystick) buttons on the side panel of the projector function the same as those on the remote control.
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Press the (ON/STANDBY) switch to turn on the projector. The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. Flashes in green for When the ON/STANDBY indicator a while (tens of flashes, “Starting...” appears on the seconds) and then screen.
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To adjust the horizontal position Turn the lens shift dial right or left. The picture projected on the screen moves right or left by a maximum of 25% of the screen width from the center of the lens. 1 screen width Top view : Picture position when moving the picture to the left at maximum...
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Notes • The range to move the picture projected on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area illustrated below. In this connection, see “Positioning the Projector and a screen” (1 page 13) as well. Range of movement of the projected picture Projected Picture H: Width of the projected picture...
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To adjust the tilt of the installation surface If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector level. Turn to adjust. Adjusters Notes • Pointing the projector at too high or too low of a tilt will result in trapezoidal distortion in the projected image.
Step 3: Connecting the Projector When making connections, be sure to do the following: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each connection. • Insert the cable plugs properly; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or poor picture quality.
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Notes • When connecting an HDMI cable to the projector, make sure the mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of the projector and the mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same position. •...
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To connect to a VCR equipped with the S video connector or video connector You can connect a DVD player/recorder, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk player, which is not equipped with component video connectors. Right side of the projector AV amplifier Speakers Video equipment...
Connecting to a Computer Right side of the projector Computer to monitor output HD-Dsub15 pin cable (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied) When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use : Video signal flow a cable that has acquired the HDMI logo. When connecting an HD-Dsub15 pin cable, set “Input-A Signal Sel.”...
Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language You can select one of 16 languages for displaying the menu and other on-screen displays. The factory default setting is English. To change the current menu language, set the desired language with the menu screen. 2,3,4 M/m/</, (arrow)/...
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Press M/m to select the menu, and press , or Setup The setting items of the selected menu appears. Press M/m to select “Language,” and press , or Press M/m/</, to select a language, and press The menu changes to the selected language.
Projecting This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the equipment connected to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste. Projecting the Picture on the Screen Power on both the projector and the equipment connected to the projector.
Notes on input of HDMI signal The projector adjusts the RGB dynamic range of the equipment connected with HDMI cable to the following to suit the HDMI standard and display in best picture quality. When video signal is input: Limited (16-235) When computer signal is input: Full (0-255) When a signal other than those of HDMI standard is input, the following symptoms may occur.
Operating the BRAVIA Sync Compatible Equipment with the Remote Control of the Projector BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment HDMI 1 HDMI 2 By using the remote control of the projector, you can directly operate the BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment connected to the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 INPUT connectors of the projector.
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Using the OPTIONS button to operate Press OPTIONS while viewing pictures from the connected BRAVIA Sync compatible equipment. Device Control screen is displayed. Select the desired menu item to operate with M/m/ The screen of the selected menu item is displayed.
Selecting the Wide Screen Mode You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to the video signal received. Press WIDE MODE. Each time you press the button, you can select the “Wide Mode” setting. You can also select it using the menu. (1 page 48) WIDE MODE button...
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Zoom Letterbox picture with side panels A 16:9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the same ratio to fill the screen. Use this mode to view a letterbox picture or a letterbox Letterbox picture picture with side panels. If the subtitle of a movie, etc.
Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or room conditions. Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC, STANDARD, CINEMA, USER 1, USER 2 and PICTURE MODE USER 3). buttons DYNAMIC STANDARD...
Adjusting the Picture Quality You can easily adjust the picture quality that suits your taste by selecting the adjustment items with the remote control. The adjusted data can be stored in each picture mode. Selecting to Directly Adjust the Desired Menu Item The following menu items can be adjusted by using the buttons on GAMMA...
Selecting Desired Adjust Menu Items in the Order Press ADJ PIC. Each time you press the button, the following adjustment windows are displayed in sequence. “Advanced Iris”, “Lamp Control”, “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Color”, M/m/</, “Hue”, “Color Temp.”, “Sharpness”, (arrow) / “NR”, “MPEG NR”, “Film Mode”, (enter) buttons “Black Level Adj.”, “Gamma Correction”, “x.v.Color”, “Color...
Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing The Real Color Processing (RCP) feature allows you to adjust the color and hue of each target of the projected picture you specify independently. You can thus obtain a picture more suitable to your taste. Freeze the scene of the video source when you are adjusting the picture using Real Color Processing.
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2 Press to select “Position” or “Range,” and specify it more delicate color position and color range you want to adjust using < Adjust the color of the specified portions. Press to select “RCP Color” or “RCP Hue,” then adjust the color or hue of the portions selected in step 3 to suit your taste using <...
Using the Menus This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the menus. Operation through the Menus The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. Some of the adjustable/setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a setting menu or adjustment menu with no main menu, or in the next menu window.
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Press MENU. The menu window appears. Press M/m to select a menu item, and press , or The items that can be set or adjusted with the selected menu appear. The item presently selected is shown in yellow.
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Press M/m to select an item you want to set or adjust and press , or The setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a setting menu, in an adjustment menu or in the next menu window. Pop-up menu Setting items Setting menu Adjustment menu...
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Make the setting or adjustment To reset the items that have of an item. been adjusted Select an item in the Menu screen, and When changing the adjustment display the pop-up menu, the setting level To increase the value, press M/,. menu, and the adjustment menu.
Picture Menu The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture. Note These items may not be available, depending on the type of input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items” (1 page 75). Picture Mode You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of picture or the environment.
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Cinema Black Pro Advanced Iris Switches the iris function during projection. Auto 1: Automatically switches to an optimum iris according to a projected scene. The contrast of the scene is emphasized most. Auto 2: An optimum iris becomes smaller than when set to “Auto 1”. The contrast of the scene becomes reduced.
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Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature. High: Equivalent to 11,000 K color temperature. Gives white colors a blue tint. Middle: Equivalent to 8,000 K color temperature. Gives a neutral tint between “High” and “Low”. Low: Equivalent to 6,500 K color temperature. Gives white colors a red tint.
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Expert Setting Gamma Correction Adjusts the response characteristics of the tone of the picture. Select a favorite tone from 6 options. Gamma 1: Bright Produces a brighter picture overall. Gamma 2 Gamma 3: Dark Produces a darker picture overall. Gamma 4: Produces a picture with contrast emphasized slightly. This option is ideal for the Cinema picture mode.
Advanced Picture Menu The Advanced Picture is used for adjusting the picture more. RCP (Real Color You can adjust the color and hue of each selected portion of the Processing) picture independently. User 1, User 2, User 3: You can adjust the picture using Real Color Processing and store the settings.
Screen Menu The Screen menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can adjust the size of the picture, and select wide screen mode, etc. Note These items may not be available, depending on the type of input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items”...
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Over Scan Hides the outline of the picture. On: Hides the outline of the input picture. Select this setting when noise appears along the edge of the picture. Off: Projects the whole of the input picture. To display the displayable region within the four directions of the screen, refer to “Blanking”...
Setup Menu The Setup menu is used to change the factory preset settings, etc. Status Sets whether or not the on-screen display is displayed. Set to “Off” to turn off the on-screen displays except for certain menus, message when turning off the power, and warning messages. Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
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Power Saving Sets the power saving mode. When set to “On”, the projector goes into power saving mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. At that time, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in orange, then the screen becomes dark. In power saving mode, the power saving mode is cancelled if a signal is input or any button on the projector or the remote control is pressed.
• The operation of the projector and the connected Control for HDMI compatible equipment will synchronize with each other. • The Control for HDMI setting of Sony equipment (AV amplifier, video, etc.), which is compatible with “Control for HDMI - Easy Setting”*, will also be effective.
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All equipment listed (except AV amplifier) can be selected with SYNC MENU of the remote control of the projector. When “Enable” is selected, the Control for HDMI setting of Sony equipment (AV amplifier, video, etc.), which is compatible with “Control for HDMI - Easy Setting”, will also be effective.
Installation Menu The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings. V Keystone Corrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture. When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top ( Sets a lower value (– direction) When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom ( Sets a higher value (+ direction).
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Panel Alignment This feature allows you to adjust the gaps in the color of characters or the picture. When set to “On”, the “Adjust Color” and the “Pattern Color” can be assigned and adjusted. Adjust Color: Assigns the desired color to adjust the gaps in color. Select “R”...
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: VPL-HW15 Serial No. Memory No. Signal type Model name Displays the model name (VPL-HW15).
About the Preset Memory No. This projector has 38 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory). When the preset signal is input, the projector automatically detects the signal type and recalls the data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. The memory number and signal type of that signal are displayed in the Information menu.
Others This section describes about the other functions, how to solve the problems, how to replace the lamp and air filter, etc. connected to the projector. For settings of About the Control for the projector, see page 52. For settings of the Control for HDMI compatible equipment HDMI connected to the projector, refer to its...
Troubleshooting If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Power Symptom Cause and Remedy c The power may not turn on if you turn the power off with I/1 The power is not turned on.
The display mode of the projector may be set at the time of The model name does not disappear from the screen. purchase. Consult with your local dealer or qualified Sony personnel. c Set “Auto Input Search” in the Function Input terminals do not menu to “Off”.
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Others Symptom Cause and Remedy The fan is noisy. c Check the setting of “Cooling Setting” in the Setup menu. (1 page 50) c Make sure that the room temperature is not too high. c Check the installation conditions. (1 page 11) The number of fan rotation increases to maintain the product reliability of the projector’s components in a room, where the temperature is higher than normal.
The lamp has reached a high temperature. Wait until the lamp flashes) cools, and then turn on the power again. c The fan is broken. Consult with qualified Sony personnel. ON/STANDBY flashes in red. (A repetition rate of 4 flashes) c The internal temperature is unusually high.
Message Lists Warning messages Message Cause and Remedy c Turn off the power. High temp.! Lamp off in 1 min. c Check to ensure that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. (1 page 12) c Frequency is out of range. Input a signal that is within the Frequency is out of range! acceptable frequency range of the projector.
message for replacing the air filter appears, Replacing the Lamp replace the air filter immediately. and the Air Filter and Turn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord. Cleaning the When setting the projector on a Ventilation Holes flat surface such as a desk etc., put a cloth to prevent the surface (intake)
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Loosen the screw on the lamp Hold the handle of the new lamp cover with a Philips screwdriver, and push it in securely until it and then open the lamp cover. reaches the end, and then tighten the 3 screws. Loosen the 3 screws on the lamp with the Phillips screwdriver.
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Remove the filter holder. Wipe dust off the ventilation holes (intake) with a soft cloth. Ventilation holes (intake) Remove the air filter. Place the project back on its original position. Turn on the projector, then select the desired setting item on the Setup menu.
Notes Cleaning the Air • Be sure to use an LMP-H201 Projector Lamp for replacement. If you use lamps other than Filter the LMP-H201, the projector may malfunction. • Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug When “Please clean the filter.” appears on the power cord before replacing the lamp, the screen, you should clean the air filter.
Cleaning and the Screen of the Projector Cleaning the lens The lens surface is especially treated to reduce reflection of light. As incorrect maintenance may impair the performance of the projector, take care with respect to the following: • Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth.
Supplied accessories Remote control RM-PJVW70 (1) Size AA (R6) manganese batteries AC power cord (1) Lens cap (1) Operating Instructions (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Optional accessories Projector Lamp LMP-H201 (for replacement) Projector Suspension Support PSS-H10 Warning on power connection Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.
Preset Signals The following table shows the signals and video formats which you can project using this unit. When a signal other than the preset signal shown below is input, the picture may not be displayed properly. Memory Preset signal Sync H Size (resolution)
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Memory Preset signal Sync H Size (resolution) (kHz) (Hz) 640 × 400 NEC PC98 24.823 56.416 H-neg V-neg VGA-2 (TEXT) 31.469 70.086 H-neg V-pos /VESA70 VESA 85 37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos (VGA400) 640 × 480 VESA 60 31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg Mac 13 35.000 66.667...
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Preset memory numbers for each input signal Analog signal Signal Preset memory number Video signal (VIDEO INPUT and 1, 2 S VIDEO INPUT connectors) Component signal (INPUT A and Y P 3 to 11 connectors) Video GBR signal (INPUT A connector) 3 to 11 Computer signal (INPUT A connector) 21 to 39, 55 to 56...
Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items The items in the menus available to adjust differ depending on the input signal. The following tables indicate them. The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu. Picture Menu Item Input signal Video signal Component Video GBR signal...
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Screen menu Item Input signal Video signal Component Video GBR signal Computer signal signal Wide Mode Over Scan – – Screen Area * – – (preset memory (preset memory numbers 7, 8, 9, numbers 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14 only) 12, 13, 14 only) V Center * Vertical Size *...
Ceiling Installation Use the PSS-H10 Projector Suspension Support when you install the projector on a ceiling. The projection distances for ceiling installation are shown below. L’:Distance between the screen and the installation hole at the ceiling side of the ceiling mount unit (front side) y’: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen such that the picture will not be truncated or blocked PSS-H10 Projector Suspension...
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When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen size Screen Size SS (inches) (mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620 (minimum) 1385 2008 2632 3256 3879 4814 6373 7932 9491 (103 (128 ) (152 ) (189 ) (250 ) (312 ) (373 L’...
For details on installation on a ceiling, refer to the Installation manual for Dealers of the PSS-H10. Make sure to consult with a qualified Sony personnel for installation. The installation measurements are shown below when installing the projector on a ceiling using the PSS-H10.
Front view 150 (6) 75 (3) Ceiling 175 (7) Center of the The bottom supporting pole surface of the mount bracket 93.5 (3 Center of the lens 203.7 (8 203.7 (8 407.4 (16 Side view 182.8 (7 130 (5 Center of the lens Front of the cabinet 227.8 (9) 236.1 (9...
Hue ............44 Index Image Flip ..........54 Input-A Signal Sel........51 Adjust Signal APA .............49 Phase ............49 Lamp Control .......... 44 Pitch .............49 Lamp Timer ..........56 Shift .............49 Language ..........50 Adjuster ...........21 Location of Controls Adjusting Front/Right side ........
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RCP ............47 Remote control inserting the batteries ......10 location of controls ........ 9 Reset resettable items ........42 resetting the items ....... 42 Screen Area ..........49 Selecting the menu language ....26 Sharpness ..........45 Specifications .......... 70 Standby Mode .........