Sony Projector VPL-CX76 VPL-CX70 User Manual
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31The MENU SETTING Menu Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu The MENU SETTING Menu The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays. 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, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español, Português, , Svenska, Norsk, , , , and .English Menu Position Selects the display position of the menu from “Top Left,” “Bottom Left,” “Center,” “Top Right,” and “Bottom Right.”Center Menu Color Selects the tone of the menu display from “Black” or “White.”White
32The INSTALL SETTING Menu The INSTALL SETTING Menu The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector. INSTALL SETTINGInput-A Tilt... V Keystone: Auto Side Shot: 0 Auto Focus: On Image Flip: Off Background: Blue Test Pattern: Off Lamp Mode: Standard Lens Control: On High Altitude Mode: Off Security Lock: Off Setting items Functions Initial setting Tilt... Adjusts the position (height) of the projected picture. V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. Select “Auto” for automatic correction, or “Manual” for manual correction using the
33The INSTALL SETTING Menu Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. Even when projecting using “Side Shot”, the four sides of a picture may sometimes not be parallel to the respective sides of a screen frame. Lens Control When set to “Off,” the LENS (FOCUS, ZOOM) key on the Remote Commander, and the FOCUS and ZOOM keys on the projector do not function.On High Altitude ModeSet to “On” when the projector is used at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher.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 20.Off Setting items Functions Initial setting Notes
34The INFORMATION Menu 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. These are only displayed on the screen. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be altered. fH: 48,47kHzfV: 60,00Hz No.23 1024x768 Lamp Timer: 2 H VPL-CX76 Serial No. 3333333 INFORMATIONInput A Memory number of an input signal Signal type Model name Serial number 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. Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on. Note
35The INFORMATION Menu Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu Input signals and adjustable/setting items Adjust Picture... menu z : Adjustable/can be set – : Not adjustable/cannot be set *1: Preset memory No. 3, 4 only*2: VPL-CX76 only INPUT SETTING menu z : Adjustable/can be set – : Not adjustable/cannot be set *1: Expect preset memory No. 3, 4*2: Expect preset memory No. 5, 45, 47, 48, 50*3: VPL-CX76 only Item Input signal Video or S- Video (Y/C)Component Video GBR Computer B&W Air Shot or “Memory Stick”*2 Picture Mode zzzzzz Adjust Picture... Contrast zzzzzz Brightnesszzzzzz Colorzzz––– Huez(NTSC 3.58/ 4.43 only)zz––– Sharpnesszzz–z– Gamma Mode––z*1z–z Color Temp.zzzzzz Vo l u m ezzzzzz Item Input signal Video or S- Video (Y/C)Component Video GBR Computer B&W Air Shot or “Memory Stick” *3 Adjust Signal... Dot Phase –––z–– H Size–z*1z*1z–– Shift–z*1z*1z–– Scan Converter–––z(lower than SVGA)–– Wide Modezz*2z*2–z–
36Replacing the Lamp BMaintenance Replacing the Lamp The lamp used as a light source is consumable product. Thus replace the lamp with a new one in the following cases. When the lamp has burnt out or dims “Please replace the Lamp.” appears on the screen The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up The lamp life varies depending on conditions of use. Use an LMP-C161 Projector Lamp as the replacement lamp. Use of any other lamps than the LMP-C161 may cause damage to the projector. The lamp remains hot after the projector is turned off with the ?/1 key. If you touch the lamp, you may burn your finger. When you replace the lamp, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool. If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified for personal. Pull out the lamp by holding the handle. If you touch the lamp, you may be burned or injured. When removing the lamp, make sure it remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp while it is tilted and if the lamp breaks, the pieces may scatter, causing injury. 1Turn off the projector, and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet. When replacing the lamp after using the projector, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to cool. 2Place a protective sheet (cloth) beneath the projector. Turn the projector over so you can see its underside. Be sure that the projector is stable after turning it over. 3Open the lamp cover by loosening the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. For safety reasons, do not loosen any other screws. 4Loosen the two screws on the lamp unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a). Fold out the handle (b), then pull out the lamp unit by the handle (c). Caution Notes Note Note Note Handle
37Replacing the Lamp Maintenance 5Insert the new lamp all the way in until it is securely in place (a). Tighten the two screws (b). Fold down the handle to replace it (c). Be careful not to touch the glass surface of the lamp. The power will not turn on if the lamp is not secured properly. 6Close the lamp cover and tighten the screw. Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely as it was. If not, the projector cannot be turned on. 7Turn the projector back over. 8Connect the power cord. The ON/STANDBY indicator around the ?/1 key lights in red. 9Press the following keys on the Remote Commander in the following order for less than five seconds each: RESET,
38Cleaning the Air Filter Cleaning the Air Filter The air filter should be cleaned every 500 hours. Remove dust from the outside of the ventilation holes with a vacuum cleaner. 500 hours are approximate. This value varies depending on the environment or how the projector is used. When it becomes difficult to remove the dust from the filter with a vacuum cleaner, remove the air filter and wash it. 1Turn the power off and unplug the power cord. 2Place a protective sheet (cloth) beneath the projector and turn the projector over. 3Remove the air filter cover. 4Remove the air filter. 5Wash the air filter with a mild detergent solution and dry it in a shaded place. 6Attach the air filter so that it fits into the each claws (8 positions) on the air filter covers and replace the cover. • If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, the temperature may rise inside the unit, leading to a possible malfunction or fire. • If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter, replace the air filter with the supplied new one. Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly; the power can not be turned on if it is not closed securely. The air filter has a face and a reverse side. Place the air filter so that it fits in a notch on the air filter cover. To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote commander. Notes Claws
39Troubleshooting Others BOthers Troubleshooting If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel. Power Picture Symptom Cause and Remedy The power is not turned on. The power has been turned off and on with the ?/1 key at a short interval. cWait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power (see page 18). The lamp cover is not secured. cClose the lamp cover securely (see page 37). The air filter cover is detached. cAttach the air filter cover securely (see page 38). Both the LAMP/COVER and TEMP/FAN indicators light up.The electrical system has broken down. cConsult with qualified Sony personnel. The powered tilt adjuster and the lens protector do not close.The AC power cord was unplugged with the power of the projector turned on. cConnect the power cord to the AC outlet again, turn on the power of the projector, then turn it off. The lens protector cannot open.The electrical system has broken down. cConsult with qualified Sony personnel. If it is necessary to use the projector in case of emergency, slide the lens protector open by hand, and then press the ?/1 key. You can now use the projector. Symptom Cause and Remedy No picture. A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong. cCheck that the proper connections have been made (see page 13). The connections are wrong. cThis 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. 1Connect the projector to the computer. 2Turn the projector on. 3Start the computer. Input selection is incorrect. cSelect the input source correctly using the INPUT key (see page 16). The picture is muted. cPress the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting (see page 9). The B key is activated (VPL-CX76 only). cPress the B key on the Presentation Tool to deactivate the key (see page 11).
40Troubleshooting 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. cChange the desktop pattern on the connected computer. The picture from the INPUT A connector is colored strangely.The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” on the SET SETTING menu is incorrect. cSelect “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly according to the input signal (see page 29). “Please check Input-A Signal Sel.” appears in spite of inputting the correct signal from INPUT A.The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” on the SET SETTING menu is incorrect. cSelect “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly according to the input signal (see page 29). On-screen display does not appear.“Status” on the MENU SETTING menu has been set to “Off.” cSet “Status” on the MENU SETTING menu to “On” (see page 32). Color balance is incorrect. The picture has not been adjusted properly. cAdjust the picture (see page 26). The projector is set to the wrong color system. cSet “Color System” on the SET SETTING menu to match the color system being input (see page 29). The picture is too dark. Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly. cAdjust the contrast or brightness on the “Adjust Picture...” menu properly (see page 26). The lamp has burnt out or is dim. cReplace the lamp with a new one (see page 36). The picture is not clear. The picture is out of focus. cAdjust the focus (see page 17). Condensation has accumulated on the lens. cLeave 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. cDisplay the full image on the screen and press the APA key. cAdjust “Shift” on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see page 28). The picture flickers. “Dot Phase” on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted properly. cAdjust “Dot Phase” on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see page 27). Symptom Cause and Remedy