Sony Projector VPL-DX142 User Manual

							11Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting 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 rear feet (adjustable).
 Be careful not to let the projector down on your fingers.
 Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the front foot (adjustable) extended.
 Do not forcedly turn the rear feet (adjustable) more than they should be adjusted. Doing so may 
break them.
Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image
Press the ASPECT key on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected 
image. You can also change the setting in Aspect of the Screen menu (pages 16, 18).
Notes 
						

							12Projecting an Image
Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature) *1
Keystone feature*2 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.
*1: Since the Keystone adjustment is an 
electronic correction, the image may be 
deteriorated.
*2: VPL-DX142/DX122/DW122 only.
Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a 
signal is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment))
Press the APA key on the remote commander. Press again to cancel adjusting during the setting.
You can also set APA in the Screen Menu (page 17). If Smart APA in the Function menu is set 
to “On”, executes APA automatically when a signal is input (page 20).
Notes
Increase the number 
towards plus
Increase the number 
towards minus 
						

							13Projecting an Image
Projecting/Adjusting 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.
Do not turn off the projector soon after the lamp lights. It may cause a malfunction of the lamp 
(does not light ,etc.).
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 26).
ECO gauge
This gauge indicates the current effectiveness of the projector’s ECO function. 
(For details on the ECO function, see “ECO MODE key” (page 6) and “ECO” (page 22).)
The leaf icons are displayed when the projector is shut down. The number of displayed icons 
varies according to how much energy is saved as a result of using the ECO function.
Turning Off the Power
Note
ECO gauge 
						

							14Using 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 
setting menu, press the B or RETURN 
key.
4Make the setting or adjustment for the 
selected item. 
The setting method varies, depending on 
the setting item.
If the next menu window is displayed, 
select the item according to the operations in step 3 and then press the 
ENTER key to register the setting.
To return to the selection screen of the 
setting items, press the B or RETURN 
key. As an aid to setting or adjusting 
items, you can press the RESET key to 
return an item to its factory setting.
Using a pop-up menu
Press the V/v/B/b key to select an item.
A selected item takes effect 
immediately, except “Language”, which 
will take effect after you press the 
ENTER key.
Using the setting menu 
Press the V/v key to select the item. 
A selected item takes effect 
immediately. The previous screen is 
restored.
Using the adjustment menu
To increase the value, press the V/b key 
and to decrease the number, press the 
v/B key. If you press the ENTER key, 
the selected item takes effect 
immediately. The previous screen is 
restored. 5Press the MENU key to clear the 
menu.
The menu disappears automatically if no 
operation is performed.
Note
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Picture Mode Standard
Reset
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Hue
Color Temp.
Sharpness
Expert Setting
:Sel :Set :Back
Picture
Low
Setting menu
80
50
50
50
30
Picture Mode Standard
Reset
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Hue
Color Temp.
Sharpness
Expert Setting
:Sel :Set :Back
Picture
Low
Setting items
RETURN
Picture Mode
Dynamic
Standard
:Back
:Sel
Cinema Game Blackboard Presentation
AdjustBack Contrast 
						

							15The Picture Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a 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 “Picture Mode” is set to the item other than “Presentation” or “Blackboard,” this option 
is available.
*7: When “Picture Mode” is set to “Blackboard,” this option is unavailable.Items Item descriptions
Picture ModeDynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a dynamic and vivid picture.
Standard: Provides an image which is natural and well balanced.
Presentation
*1: Provides a bright image, suitable for presentations.
Blackboard: Provides an image suitable for displaying on a blackboard.
Game: Provides an image suitable for viewing games.
Cinema: Provides an image suitable for viewing movies.
Reset
*2Resets to the factory setting.
Contrast The higher the value, the greater the contrast. The lower the value, the lower 
the contrast.
Brightness The higher the value, the brighter the picture. The lower the value, the darker 
the picture.
Color
*3 *4The higher the value, the greater the intensity. The lower the value, the lower 
the intensity.
Hue
*3 *4 *5The higher the value, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the 
value, the more reddish the picture becomes.
Color Temp.
*6High/Middle/Low: The higher the value, the more bluish the picture 
becomes. The lower the value, the more reddish the picture becomes.
Sharpness The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the 
softer the picture becomes.
Expert Setting
Gamma 
Mode
*1 *7Graphics 1: Gamma correction to make halftones brighter. This setting is
suitable when projecting highly colorful images, such as photos, in a bright
place.
Graphics 2: Gamma correction to improve the reproduction of halftones.
Highly colorful images, such as photos, can be reproduced in natural tones.
Te x t : Improves back and white contrast. Suitable for images with lots of text 
content.
Notes 
						

							16The Screen 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 18).
VPL-DX142/DX122/
DX102: 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 aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Full 1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image 
size without changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Normal: Displays the image on the center position of the 
projected image without changing the resolution of the input 
signal or enlarging the image.
VPL-DX142/DX122/
DX102: When the 
video 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 aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Zoom: Zooms the center area of a projected image.
VPL-DW122: 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 aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Full 1: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image 
size without changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Full 2: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image 
size changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Full 3: Displays the image to fit the maximum width or height, up 
to 1280 × 720 pixels, without changing the aspect ratio of the 
input signal.
Normal: Displays the image on the center position of the 
projected image without changing the resolution of the input 
signal or enlarging the image.
VPL-DW122: When 
the video 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 aspect ratio fixed to 16:9.
Full: Displays the image to fit the maximum projected image size 
changing the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Zoom: Zooms the center area of a projected image. 
						

							17The Screen Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a 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 item.
*2: Available when a computer signal is input from the RGB input connector (INPUT A).
*3: If the projected image includes large amount of black portion around it, the APA function will 
not work properly and a part of the image may not be displayed on the screen and also optimum 
image cannot be obtained, depending on the type of input signal. In this case, adjust the “Phase,” 
“Pitch,” and “Shift” items manually. Adjust Signal Adjusts the image of a computer signal. Use this item if the edge 
of the image is cut, or is not displayed properly.
APA
*2 *3Automatically adjusts the projected image to an optimum quality 
when you press the ENTER key (page 5).
Phase
*2Adjusts the dot phase of the display pixel and the input signal. Set 
to the value where looks clearest.
Pitch
*2The higher the value, the wider the horizontal image elements 
(pitch). The lower the value, the narrower the horizontal image 
elements (pitch).
Shift
*2H (Horizontal): The higher the value, the farther right the image 
is projected on the screen. The lower the value, the image farther 
left.
V (Vertical): The higher the value, the farther up the image is 
projected on the screen. The lower the value, the image farther 
down.
Notes
Items Item descriptions 
						

							18The Screen Menu
Aspect
VPL-DX142/DX122/DX102*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is 
projected in the same resolution as the 
input signal without changing the aspect 
ratio of the original image.
*2: If you select “4:3,” the image is projected 
to fit the projected image size, regardless 
of the aspect ratio of the image.
*3: Depending on the input signal, the 
projected image may be projected as 
illustrated below. In this case, select 
“16:9.”
*4: Depending on the input signal, the 
projected image may be projected as 
illustrated below. In this case, select 
“Zoom.” Input signal Recommended 
setting value and 
projected image
Computer signal
4:3
Full1*1
16:9
Full1*1 *2
16:10 Full1*1 *2
Video signal
4:3 4:3*3 
16:9 16:9
*4 
						

							19The Screen Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
VPL-DW122*1: If you select “Normal,” the image is 
projected in the same resolution as the 
input signal without changing the aspect 
ratio of the original image.
*2: If you select “Full2,” the image is projected 
to fit the projected image size, regardless 
of the aspect ratio of the image.
*3: If you adjust the projected image position 
using an image with 16:9 aspect ratio and 
then switch the input source to 4:3 image, 
the top and bottom edge of the image may 
be hidden. In this case, select “Full3.”
*4: Depending on the input signal, the 
projected image may be projected as 
illustrated below. In this case, select 
“16:9.”
*5: Depending on the input signal, the image 
may be projected as illustrated below. In 
this case, select “Zoom.” Input signal Recommended 
setting value and 
projected image
Computer signal
4:3 Full1*1 *2 *3
16:9 Full1*1 *2 *3
16:10 Full1*3
Video signal
4:3 4:3*4 *5
16:9 16:9 
						

							20The Function Menu
The Function Menu
The Function menu is used for setting various functions of the projector.
*1: APA functions when a computer signal is input via the RGB input connector (INPUT A).Items Item descriptions
Volume The higher the value, the louder an audio volume and the lower the 
value, the lower the audio volume.
Smart APAOn/Off: When set to “On,” APA functions automatically when a 
signal is input.
*1
CC DisplayOff: Closed caption does not appear.
CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4/Text1/Text2/Text3/Text4: Select the closed 
caption service (captions or text).
Lamp Timer Reset When replacing the lamp, resets the lamp timer (page 29).
Start Up ImageOn/Off: When set to “On,” the Start Up Image is displayed on the 
screen when the projector is powered on.
Note