Sony Projector VPL-CX100 User Manual

							31Security Lock
Convenient Functions
Enter the password on this screen.
3Enter the password again to confirm.
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.
4Turn 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 ?/1 key to turn off the power.
To cancel the security lock
1Press the MENU key, then turn off the 
“
Security Lock” setting in the Function 
menu.
2Enter 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.
Note 
						

							32Other Functions
Other Functions
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.” You 
can turn the power on/off without pressing 
the power key on the projector.
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.
1Project a normal image, and press the 
D ZOOM + key on the Remote 
Commander.
The digital zoom icon appears in the 
center of the image.
2Move the icon to the point on the 
image you want to enlarge. Use the 
arrow key (v/V/b/B) to move the 
icon.
3Press 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 few 
seconds.By pressing the + key repeatedly, the 
image size (ratio of enlargement: max. 4 
times) increases.
Use the arrow key (v/V/b/B) to scroll 
the enlarged image.
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.
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.
Direct Power On/Off Function
Effective Tools for Your 
Presentation
Digital zoom 
icon 
						

							33Other Functions
Convenient Functions
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.
* 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 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 
“1.”
Controlling the Computer 
Using a Presentation Tool, 
RM-PJPK1 (not supplied) 
(When Using the Network 
Presentation Function) (VPL-
CX125/CX155/CW125 only)
KeyFunction
LASER*Emits a laser beam.
G SLIDE gChanges the slides in 
the forward/backward 
direction.
B Displays/cancels a 
black screen during the 
slide show.
Notes 
						

							34Using a MENU
BAdjustments 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 (B), 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.
1Press the MENU key.
The menu appears.
2Use the v or V key to select a menu, 
then press the 
B or ENTER key.
The items that can be set or adjusted 
with the selected menu appear. The item 
presently selected is shown in yellow.
3Select an item.
Use the v or V key to select the item, 
then press the B 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.
4Make the setting or adjustment of an 
item.
• When changing the adjustment 
level:
To increase the number, press the v
 or 
B key.
To decrease the number, press the V or b key.
Press the ENTER key. The setting or 
adjustment done is stored and the 
previous screen is restored.
 When changing the setting:
Press the v
 or V key to select the 
setting.
Press the ENTER or B key to restore 
the previous screen.
Sel: Set: Exit:
Picture
Signal
Function
Setup Installation
Information
Lamp Mode: Standard
High Altitude Mode: Off IR Receiver: Front & Rear V Keystone:Auto
Side Shot:0
Image Flip:
Off
Background: Blue
ID Mode: All
Direct Power On: Off
Sel:
Set: Back: Exit:
Picture
Signal
Function
Setup Installation
InformationStatus:
Language:
Input-A Signal Sel.: Auto
Lamp Timer ResetColor System:English OnAuto
NTSC3.58
PA L
SECAM
NTSC4.43
PA L - M
PA L - N
Items that can 
be set Pop-up menu
Setting menu
Adjustment menu
Sel:
Set: Back: Exit:
Picture
Signal
Function
Setup Installation
InformationAdjust Picture Standard
Contrast: 80
Brightness: 50
Gamma Mode:Color Temp.: HighGraphics 50 Sharpness:
Items that can 
be set Next menu window 
						

							35Using a MENU
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
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
 “Side Shot” on the Installation menu 
(VPL-CX125/CX155/CW125 only)
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.
Note 
						

							36The Picture Menu
The Picture Menu
The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume.
Picture
Signal
Function
Setup Installation
InformationPicture Mode: Standard
Adjust Picture
Sel: Set: Exit:
30
Vo l u m e :
Sel:
Set: Back: Exit:
Picture
Signal
Function
Setup Installation
Information805050
Adjust Picture Standard
Contrast:
Brightness:
Sharpness:
Gamma Mode:
Color Temp.: Low:Graphics
Setting itemsFunctionsInitial 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.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 signalHigh: 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 
						

							37The Signal Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Signal Menu
The Signal menu is used to adjust the input signal. 
Sel: Set: Exit:
Picture
Signal
Function
Setup Installation
InformationAdjust Signal
Aspect:
Full 1
Sel:
Set: Back: Exit:
Picture
Signal
Function
Setup Installation
Information12
1344
H:   235    V:   34Adjust Signal
Dot Phase:
Shift: H Size:
Adjust Signal...menu (When the signal is input from a computer)
Setting itemsFunctionsInitial setting
Adjust Signal...
Dot Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal 
output from a computer. 
Adjust the picture further for finer picture after the 
picture is adjusted by pressing the APA key.Set according to 
the input signal
H Size Adjusts the horizontal size of a picture output from a 
computer. Adjust the setting according to the dots of 
the input signal. 
For details, see page 57.Set according to 
the input signal
Shift Adjusts the position of the picture. H adjusts the 
horizontal position of the picture.V adjusts the vertical 
position of the picture. As the setting for H increases, 
the picture moves to the right, and as the setting 
decreases, the picture moves to the left. 
As the setting for V increases, the picture moves up, 
and as the setting decreases, the picture moves down. 
Use the 
b or the B key to adjust the horizontal 
position and the v and V key for the vertical position.Set according to 
the input signal
Aspect (When the 
video signal is 
input)You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be 
displayed for the current input signal. This item is 
enabled only when an video signal (preset memory 
numbers 1 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.Set according to 
the input signal 
						

							38The Signal Menu
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.
This projector has 43 types (VPL-CX100/
CX120/CX125/CX150/CX155) or 44 types 
(VPL-CW125) of preset data for input 
signals (the preset memory). When a 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 on the Information menu (see 
page 44). You can also adjust the preset data 
through the Signal menu.
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 use these preset data items by adjusting “H 
Size.” Make finer adjustments by adjusting 
“Shift.”
Aspect (When the 
PC signal is input)You can set the aspect ratio of the picture to be 
displayed for the current input signal. This item is 
enabled only when an PC signal (preset memory 
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.Set according to 
the input signal
Setting itemsFunctionsInitial setting
Note
About the Preset Memory No.
SignalMemory No.SIZE
Super Mac-2 37 1312
SGI-1 37 1320
Macintosh 19 39 1328
Macintosh 21 41 1456
Sony News 47 1708
PC-9821
1280 × 102447 1600
WS Sunmicro 48 1664 
						

							39The Function Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Function Menu
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
Setting itemsFunctionsInitial 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 computer, 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.Low 
						

							40The Function Menu
 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 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 (1280×768/1360×768) 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. Power Saving Selects the Power Saving mode.
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.Off
Panel Key Lock Locks all the control panel keys on the top of the 
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 ?/1 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.”Off
Security Lock Turns on the projector’s security lock function.
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.Off
Setting itemsFunctionsInitial setting
Notes