Sony Projector VPL-DX142 User Manual

							
4-543-341-11 (2)
© 2014 Sony Corporation
Data
Projector
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
VPL-DX142/DX122/DX102
VPL-DW122
Not all models are available in all countries and area. Please check 
with your local Sony Authorized Dealer. 
						

							2Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Overview
Location and Function of Controls  .... 3
Main Unit  ..................................... 3
Connector Panel  ........................... 4
Remote Commander and Control 
Panel Keys ................................. 5
Preparation
Connecting the Projector  ................... 7
Connecting a Computer ................ 7
Connecting a Video equipment  .... 8
Projecting/Adjusting an 
Image
Projecting an Image  ........................... 9
Adjusting the Projected image  ... 10
Turning Off the Power ................ 13
Adjustments and Settings 
Using a Menu
Using a MENU  ................................ 14
The Picture Menu ............................. 15
The Screen Menu  ............................. 16
The Function Menu  .......................... 20
The Operation Menu  ........................ 21
The Connection/Power Menu  .......... 22
The Installation Menu  ...................... 23
The Information Menu  ..................... 24
Others
Indicators ..........................................25
Messages List  ...................................26
Troubleshooting ................................27
Replacing the Lamp ..........................29
Cleaning the Air Filter ......................31
Specifications ...................................32
Projection Distance ...........................37
Dimensions .......................................42
Index .................................................45 
						

							3Location and Function of Controls
Overview
BOverview
Location and Function of Controls
aFocus ring (page 10)
bZoom ring (page 10)
cLens
dRemote control detector 
eFoot adjust button (page 11)
fFront foot (adjustable) (page 11)
gAir filter cover/Ventilation holes 
(intake) (page 31)
hLamp cover (page 29)
iRear feet (adjustable) (page 11)
jVentilation holes (exhaust)
Do not place anything near the ventilation 
holes as this may cause internal heat 
buildup. Do not place your hand near the 
ventilation holes and the circumference as 
this may cause injury.
kConnector panel (page 4)
lSecurity bar
Connects to a commercially available 
security chain or wire.
mSecurity lock
Connects to an optional security cable 
manufactured by Kensington.
For details, visit Kensington’s web site.
http://www.kensington.com/
nControl panel keys (page 5)
oVentilation holes (intake)
pSpeaker
qLAMP/COVER indicator 
(page 25)
rON/STANDBY indicator 
(page 25)
Main Unit
Caution
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							4Location and Function of Controls
Input (pages 7, 8)
aINPUT A
Video: RGB/YPBPR input connector 
Audio: Audio input connector
bINPUT B
Video: HDMI input connector
Audio: HDMI input connector
cVIDEO
Video: Video input connector
Audio: Audio input connector
The audio inputs of INPUT A and VIDEO are 
shared.
Others
dAC IN (∼) socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
Connector Panel
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							5Location and Function of Controls
Overview
Remote Commander
Control Panel KeysaTurning on the power/Going to 
standby mode
?/1 (On/Standby) key
bSelecting an input signal 
(page 9)
INPUT key
cOperating a menu (page 14)
MENU key
RESET key
ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys
RETURN key
dAdjusting the image (page 10)
ASPECT key (page 16)
KEYSTONE key (page 12)
PATTERN key (page 10)
APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key
* 
(page 12)
*
Use this key when inputting a computer 
signal via the RGB input connector 
(INPUT A).
eUsing various functions during 
projecting
D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key*1
Enlarges the image with the center of it 
as a starting point while projecting.
1Press the D ZOOM + key to display 
the digital zoom icon on the projected 
image.
2Press the D ZOOM + key or the D 
ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the 
enlargement ratio. The image can be 
enlarged up to 4 times.
Press the RESET key to restore the 
previous image.
Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys
2
3
4
5
6
1 4
7
INPUT
MENUAPA ECO MODE
RETURN
ASPECT
D ZOOM
KEYSTONE
ENTER
VOLUME
PATTERN
FREEZEBLANK
MUTING
RESET
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							6Location and Function of Controls
BLANK key
Cuts off the projected image 
temporarily. Press again to restore the 
previous image. Picture muting helps 
reduce power consumption.
MUTING key
Mutes the audio output temporarily. 
Press again to restore the previous 
volume.
VOLUME +/– key
Adjusts the volume output.
FREEZE key
*2
Pauses a projected image. Press again to 
restore the image.
*1: Use this key when inputting a 
computer signal. But it may not be 
used depending on the resolution of 
the input signal.
*2: Use this key when inputting a 
computer signal.
fSetting the energy–saving mode 
easily
ECO MODE key
Energy-saving mode can be set easily. 
Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp 
Mode,” “With No Input,” and “With 
Static Signal.”
1Press the ECO MODE key to display 
the ECO Mode menu.2Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key 
to select “ECO” or “User” mode.
ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum 
energy-saving value.
Lamp Mode: Low
With No Input: Standby
With Static Signal: Lamp 
Dimming
User: Sets each item of the ECO 
mode menu as you desire (go to 
step 3).
3Select “User” then press the b key.
The setting items appear.
4Press the V/v key to select the item 
then press the ENTER key.
5Press the V/v key to select the setting 
value.
6Press the ENTER key.
The screen returns to the previous 
menu.
For details on ECO Mode settings, see 
“Lamp Mode”, “With No Input” and 
“With Static Signal” on the Connection/
Power menu (page 22).
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gInfrared transmitter
About remote commander operation
 Direct the remote commander toward the 
remote control detector.
 The shorter the distance between the 
remote commander and the projector is, 
the wider the angle within which the 
remote commander can control the 
projector becomes.
 Make sure that nothing obstructs the 
infrared beam between the remote 
commander and the remote control 
detector on the projector.
Notes
RETURN
ECO
User ECO Mode
:Sel:Back
ECO Mode Menu
RETURN
Lamp Mode HighAuto Power SavingOff With No Input
Lamp Dimming
With Static Signal
User
:Sel
:Set:Back 
						

							7Connecting the Projector
Preparation
BPreparation
Connecting the Projector
 Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector.
 Use the proper cables for each connection.
 Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or 
cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself.
 For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting.
 Use a no-resistance audio cable.
Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal.
INPUT A
INPUT B
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.
 The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
 It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-DX142/
DX122/DX102) or 1280 × 800 pixels (VPL-DW122) for the external monitor.
Notes
Connecting a Computer
For connecting a computer with an RGB output connector.
RGB output 
connector
Audio output 
connectorMini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)
Computer
Audio cable (Stereo mini plug) 
(not supplied)
Notes
For connecting a computer with an HDMI output connector.
HDMI output 
connectorHDMI cable 
(not supplied)
Computer 
						

							8Connecting the Projector
Connections with a DVD player or BD player are explained for each input signal.
VIDEO 
For connecting video equipment with a video output connector.
INPUT A
For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output connector.
INPUT B
 Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.
 The HDMI connector of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal 
or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.
Connecting a Video equipment
Notes
Video cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Video output 
connector
Audio output 
connector
Video equipment
Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (Phono plug × 2 – stereo mini plug) (not supplied) Video equipmentYP
BPR output 
connector
Audio output 
connector
Video equipmentHDMI cable 
(not supplied) HDMI output 
connector
For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output connector. 
						

							9Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting 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 37).
1Plug the AC power cord into the wall 
outlet.
2Connect all equipment to the projector 
(page 7).
3Press the ?/1 key to turn on the unit.
4Turn on the connected equipment.
5Select the input source.
Press the INPUT key on the projector to 
display the menu for switching input 
signal on the screen. Press the INPUT 
key repeatedly, or press the 
V/v key to 
select an image to be projected.
6When projecting a computer image, 
switch your computer’s output to 
external display. 
The method to switch the output varies 
depending on the type of computer.
(Example)
7Adjust the focus, size and position of 
the projected image (page 10).
Video
Input-A
Input-B Input
  Sel
Computer Video equipment
Projector
Wall outlet
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							10Projecting an Image
Displaying a pattern for adjusting an image
You can display a pattern for adjusting the projected image with the PATTERN key on the 
remote commander. Press the PATTERN key again to restore the previous image.
Adjusting the Projected image
Focus Size (Zoom) Position
Focus ring
Zoom ringFoot adjust 
button
Front foot 
(adjustable)
Rear feet 
(adjustable)