Sony Projector VPL-DX126 User Manual

11Connecting the Projector
Preparation
INPUT B
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment which has the HDMI Logo. 
 Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are 
recommended.)
 The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
USB connector (Type A) ( )
For connecting a USB memory device (“Using USB Media Viewer” (page 37)).
Notes
Connecting a USB memory device
Video...

12Projecting an Image
BProjecting/Adjusting an Image
Projecting an Image
The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install 
the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances 
and projected image sizes, see 
“Projection Distance” (page 53).
1Plug the AC power cord into the wall 
outlet.
2Connect all equipment to the projector 
(page 8).
3Press the ?/1 key to turn on the unit.
4Turn on the connected equipment....

13Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
7Adjust the focus, size and position of 
the projected image (page 13).
Adjusting the Projected image
Focus Size (Zoom) Position
Focus ring
Zoom ringFoot adjust 
button
Front foot 
(adjustable)
Rear feet (adjustable) 

14Projecting an Image
Adjusting the tilt of the projector with the foot adjust button/rear feet 
(adjustable)
By changing the tilt of the projector with the foot adjust button/rear feet (adjustable), you can 
adjust the position of the projected image.
1Press and hold the foot adjust button, 
then lift up the front of the projector to 
adjust the angle.
2
When the desired angle is achieved, 
release the foot adjust button to lock the 
position.
3Set the angle of the projector precisely 
by turning the...

15Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature) 
Keystone feature may not work automatically when the screen is tilted. In this case, set 
keystone manually.
1Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote 
commander or select V Keystone in the 
Installation menu. 
2Use the V/v/B/b the keys to set the value. 
The higher the value, the narrower the top 
of the projected image. The lower the 
value, the narrower the bottom.
Since the...

16Projecting an Image
1Press the ?/1 key on the unit or the remote commander.
The projector starts shutdown and turns off. If you press the ?/1 key within 10 seconds of 
the message being displayed, shutdown is canceled.
2Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.
To turn off without displaying confirmation message
Press and hold the ?/1 key on the unit for a few seconds (page 42).
ECO gauge
This gauge indicates the current effectiveness of the projector’s ECO function. 
(For details on the ECO...

17Using a MENU
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
BAdjustments and Settings Using a Menu
Using a MENU
The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are 
using.
1Press the MENU key to display the 
menu.
2Select the setting menu. 
Use the V/v key to select the setting 
menu then press the b key or ENTER 
key.
3Select the setting item.
Use the V/v key to select the setting 
menu then press the b key or ENTER 
key.
To return to the selection screen of the...

18The Picture Menu
The Picture Menu
The Picture is used to adjust the picture for each input signal.
*1: When a computer signal is input, this option is available.
*2: The settings in the Picture return to their factory defaults, except for Picture Mode.
*3: When a video signal is input, this option is available.
*4: When the signal without color burst signal is input, this option is unavailable.
*5: When an analog TV signal is input, this option may not available, depending on the color system.
*6: When...

19The Screen Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Screen Menu
The Screen menu is used to adjust the size, position and aspect ratio of the projected image for 
each input signal.
Items Item descriptions
Aspect
*1Changes the aspect ratio of the projected image (page 21).
VPL-DX146/DX126: 
When the computer 
signal is input4:3: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size 
with an aspect ratio fixed to 4:3.
16:9: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size 
with an...

20The Screen Menu
*1:   Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture 
by switching to the aspect mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or 
producers, which are legally protected.
 Depending on the input signal, setting items for aspect ratio or some other setting items cannot 
be set in some cases, or changing the aspect ratio setting may have no effect.
 A part of the image may be displayed in black, depending on the setting...