Sony Projector VPL-DX142 User Manual

							21The Operation Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Operation Menu
The Operation menu is used for setting for the operations by using the menu or the remote 
commander.
*1: You will not be able to use the projector if you forget your password. If you call qualified Sony 
personnel because you have forgotten the password, you will be asked 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. Items Item descriptions
Language Selects the language used in the menu and messages.
StatusOn: All on-screen statuses are enabled.
Off: Turns off the on-screen displays, except for menus, warning messages 
and messages from the message list.
Security Lock
*1On/Off: This function enables restriction of the projector to authorized users 
by password. The setting procedures for security locking are as follows:
1Select “On” and press the ENTER key to display the setting menu.
2Input the password with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys. (The 
default setting password is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER, ENTER.”)
3Input a new password with the MENU, V/v/B/b and ENTER keys.
4Enter the password again to confirm.
Enter the password when you turn on the projector after disconnecting and 
reconnecting the AC power cord.
When it is set to “Off,” you can cancel the security lock. You are required to 
input the password again.
If you fail to enter the correct password after three consecutive times, the 
projector cannot be used. In this case, press the ?/1 key to go Standby mode 
then turn on the power again.
Control Key 
LockOn/Off: When set to “On,” locks all the control panel keys of the projector. 
However, you can operate the following when set to “On”:
 Press and hold the ?/1 key for approximately 10 seconds during Standby 
mode.
c The projector turns on.
 Press and hold the MENU key for approximately 10 seconds during power 
on.
c“Control Key Lock” is set to “Off” and enables operation of all keys on 
the projector.
Note 
						

							22The Connection/Power Menu
The Connection/Power Menu
The Connection/Power menu is used for setting for the connections and power.
*1: This may not be optimum depending on the input signal. In this case, set manually according to 
the connected equipment.
*2: Select “Off” to avoid entering standby mode when there is no input signal.
*3: This varies depending on the “Lamp Mode” setting. 
*4: As the lamp is dimmed gradually, you may not notice any change in brightness. You might only 
notice that the lamp has dimmed when its brightness is restored after there is a change in input 
signal.
*5: This mode does not work for about three minutes after the lamp lights. A change in signal may 
not be detected depending on the input image. The lamp may become brighter at intervals if you 
continue to use the projector during lamp dimming.  However, this is not a malfunction. If With 
No Input is set, it takes priority.
Items Item descriptions
Input-A Signal Sel.
*1Auto/Computer/Video GBR/Component: When set to “Auto,” selects 
the type of video signal input automatically when “Input-A” is selected.
ECO
Lamp ModeHigh/Standard/Low/Auto
*5: When set to “High,” the image becomes 
brighter, and power consumption becomes higher. When set to “Low,” 
power consumption is minimized; however, the image will be darker. 
When set to “Auto,” brightness is adjusted automatically according to 
image content. Dark images are projected with brightness adjusted, 
leading to energy-saving. Bright images are projected brightly, without 
adjusting brightness.
Auto Power Saving
With No InputLamp Cutoff: The lamp turns off automatically and power 
consumption is reduced if no signal is input for more than 10 minutes.
The lamp lights again when a signal is input or any key is pressed. In 
Lamp Cutoff, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in orange. (page 25)
Standby
*2: If no signal is input to the unit for more than 10 minutes, 
the power turns off automatically, and the unit enters standby mode.
Off: You can deactivate the With No Input.
With Static 
SignalLamp Dimming
*4*5: If an image does not change for about 
10 seconds, lamp output is gradually reduced (approximately 10% to 
15%
*3) from that set in the Lamp Mode. Automatically the lamp slowly 
darkens to approximately 30% of its lamp output according to the 
selected time (with no change to input signal) “5,”  “10,”  “15,”  “20” 
minutes or “Demo.,” While dimming the lamp, the message “Lamp 
Dimming” appears. If you select “Demo.,” the image will start to 
darken about 40 seconds later. When any change in signal is detected, 
or an operation (remote control or control panel) is performed, normal 
brightness is restored.
Off: You can deactivate the With Static Signal.
Direct Power OnOn/Off: When set to “On,” you can turn the power on without going to 
Standby mode when the AC power cord is connected to a wall outlet. 
With the projector turned off, you can also unplug the AC power cord 
without going to Standby mode, regardless of the Direct Power On 
setting. 
Notes 
						

							23The Installation Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for installing the projector.
*1: When “High Altitude Mode” is set to “On,” the speed of the fan increases, and the fan noise 
becomes slightly louder.
*2: Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated.
*3: VPL-DX142/DX122/DW102 only.Items Item descriptions
Image FlipHV/H/V/Off: Flips the projected image horizontally or vertically 
according to the installation method.
Installation AttitudeRight Side Up/Upside Down/Link to Image Flip: Change the cooling 
setting to suit to the installation attitude. When set to “Link to Image Flip,” 
the cooling setting changes based on the setting of “Image Flip.” 
Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component reliability.
High Altitude 
Mode
*1On/Off: Set to “On” when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or 
higher. Continuing to use the wrong setting may affect component 
reliability.
V keystone
*2Au to*3/Manual*2: The higher the value, the narrower the top of the 
projected image. The lower the value, the narrower the bottom.
Notes 
						

							24The Information Menu
The Information Menu
The Information menu is used to check projector status, such as total usage time of the lamp.
*1: These items may not be displayed depending on the input signal.Items Item descriptions
Model Name Displays the model name.
Serial No. Displays the serial number.
fH/fV
*1Displays the horizontal/vertical frequency of the current input signal.
Signal Type Displays the type of the current input signal.
Lamp Timer Indicates the total usage time of a lamp.
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							25Indicators
Others
BOthers
Indicators
The indicators allow checking the status and notify you of abnormal operation of the projector.
If the projector exhibits abnormal status, address the problem in accordance with the table 
below.
ON/STANDBY indicator
LAMP/COVER indicator
StatusMeaning/Remedies
Lights in red The projector is in Standby mode.
Flashes in green  The projector is ready to operate after having been turned on. 
 The lamp cools after the projector is turned off.
Lights in green The projector’s power is on.
Lights in orange The projector is in With No Input (Lamp Cutoff). (page 22)
Flashes in red The projector is in abnormal status. Symptoms are indicated by 
number of flashes. Address the problem in accordance with the 
following. If a symptom persists, despite having taken measures 
below, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Flashes twice The internal temperature is unusually high. Check the items below.
 Check if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. (pages 3, 3)
 Check if the air filter is not clogged. (page 31)
 Check if the Installation Attitude in the Installation menu is set 
correctly. (page 23)
Flashes six times Unplug the AC power cord from a wall outlet. After checking that the 
ON/STANDBY indicator goes out, plug the power cord to a wall 
outlet again then turn on the projector.
Other number of 
flashesConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
StatusMeaning/Remedies
Flashes in red Symptoms are indicated by number of flashes. Address the problem in 
accordance with the following.
Flashes twice  The lamp cover is not attached securely. (page 29)
Flashes three times The temperature of lamp is unusually high. Turn off the power and 
wait for lamp to cool then turn on the power again. If the symptom is 
shown again, the lamp may be burnt out. In this case, replace the lamp 
with a new one (page 29). 
						

							26Messages List
Messages List
When any of the messages listed below appears on the projected image, address the problem in 
accordance with the table below.
MessagesMeaning/RemedyPage
High temp.! Lamp off in 
1 min.Check the items below.
 Check if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
 Check if the air filter is not clogged.
 Check if the Installation Attitude in the Installation menu is 
set correctly.3, 3, 
23, 31
Frequency is out of 
range!Change the output setting of the connected equipment to one 
for signals supported by the projector.36
Please check Input-A 
Signal Sel.Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” to “Auto” or select the input signal 
type to suit to the input signal.22
Please clean the filter. Clean the air filter. 31
Please replace the Lamp 
and clean the Filter.Replace the lamp with a new one and clean the air filter. The 
message appears whenever you turn on the power until you 
replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer.29, 31
Not applicable! Invalid key was pressed. –
The control keys are 
locked!“Control Key Lock” is set to “On.” 21
Projector will shutdown 
soon
Press ?/1 Key to RestartThe ?/1 key was pressed and the projector will be shut down 
soon. To cancel shutdown, press the ?/1 key again (the 
projector will remain on). To turn off the projector directly, 
press and hold the ?/1 key for a few seconds.13
Lamp Dimming Reduces lamp output when “With Static Signal” is set. When 
any change in signal is detected, or an operation (remote 
control or control panel) is performed, normal brightness is 
restored.22 
						

							27Troubleshooting
Others
Troubleshooting
Before asking to have the projector repaired, try to diagnose the problem, following the 
instructions below.
SymptomsRemedyPage
The power is not turned 
on.Check if the AC power cord is firmly connected. –
When the “Control Key Lock” is set to “On,” you cannot turn 
on the projector using the ?/1 key on the projector.21
If the lamp or lamp cover is not attached securely, the projector 
cannot be turned on.29
No image. Check if the connecting cable is connected to external 
equipment firmly.7
Check the computer signal is set for output to an external 
monitor only. If you set your computer to output to both the 
computer’s display and an external monitor, the external 
monitor image may not be displayed properly. Set your 
computer to output to only an external monitor.9
Check if the input source is correctly selected. 9
Check if the picture is muted. 6
On-screen display does 
not appear.The on-screen display does not appear when “Status” in the 
Operation menu is set to “Off.”21
The aspect ratio of the 
display is not right/the 
image is displayed 
smaller /a portion of 
image does not appear.The image may not display correctly because the input signal 
cannot be judged correctly. In this case, set “Aspect” manually.5, 16, 
18
The image is a 
trapezoid.The images become trapezoidal because of the projection 
angle. In this case, you can correct the trapezoidal distortion, 
using a Keystone feature.5, 12, 
23
When the “V Keystone” is set to “Manual,” the keystone 
feature does not work automatically. Set “V Keystone” to 
“A u t o ”
*1 or “Manual” to set manually.5, 12, 
23
When the projector is installed on an uneven surface, the 
keystone feature
*1 may not work properly. In this case, select 
“Manual” to set “V Keystone” manually.5, 12, 
23 
						

							28Troubleshooting
*1: VPL-DX142/DX122/DW122 only.The image is dark/too 
bright.The settings for “Brightness,” “Contrast,” and “Lamp Mode” 
affect brightness of the image. Check if the value is 
appropriate.15, 22
The image will be dark when the lamp is burnt out. Check 
“Lamp Timer,” and replace the lamp with a new one if 
necessary.24, 29
“With Static Signal” is set to “On.”  22
During picture muting, the lamp is dimmed to reduce power 
consumption. 22
When video signal is not input, the lamp is dimmed to reduce 
power consumption.–
The image becomes 
darker or brighter.When the lamp is dimmed for a long time, brightness may 
increase temporarily, but this is not malfunction.–
When the “Lamp Mode” is set to “Auto,” the luminance of the 
lamp changes according to the input image.22
The image is not clear. Check if the projector is in focus. 10
The picture will not be clear if condensation has accumulated 
on the lens. In this case, let the projector sit for about two 
hours with the power on.–
The image is noisy. Check if the connecting cable is connected to the external 
equipment properly.7
No sound. Check that the connecting cables between the projector and 
external video or audio equipment are securely connected.7
Check if the external audio equipment is set properly. –
Audio is not output if audio muting is activated. 6
Check if the volume is not set to minimum. 6, 20
The remote commander 
does not work.Check if the batteries are installed correctly. –
Check if the batteries are not exhausted. –
The fan is noisy. The sound from the fan is often greater than normal to cool the 
lamp, etc. in the following cases.
 “Lamp Mode” is set to “High.”
 The unit is used at a high altitude. “High Altitude Mode” is 
set to “On.”
 The unit is used in the location where the temperature is high.22, 23
If the ventilation holes are blocked, the internal temperature of 
the projector rises and the fan noise becomes larger.3, 3
Note
SymptomsRemedyPage 
						

							29Replacing the Lamp
Others
Replacing the Lamp
Replace the lamp with a new one if a message displayed on the projected image (page 26).
Use an LMP-D213 projector lamp (not supplied) for replacement.
 The lamp remains hot after the projector is 
turned off. If you touch the lamp, you may 
burn your finger. When you replace the 
lamp, wait for at least an hour after 
turning off the projector for the lamp to 
cool sufficiently.
 Do not allow any metallic or inflammable 
objects into the lamp replacement slot after 
removing the lamp, otherwise it may cause 
electrical shock or fire. Do not put your 
hands into the slot.
If the lamp breaks, contact qualified 
Sony personnel. Do not replace the lamp 
yourself.
 When removing the lamp, be sure to pull it 
out straight, by holding the designated 
location. If you touch a part of the lamp other 
than the designated location, you may be 
burned or injured. If you pull out the lamp 
while the projector is tilted, the pieces may 
scatter if the lamp breaks any may cause 
injury.
1Turn off the projector, and disconnect 
the AC power cord from a wall outlet.
2When the lamp has cooled 
sufficiently, open the lamp cover by 
loosening one screw. 
For safety reasons, do not loosen any other 
screws.
3Loosen the two screws on the lamp 
unit (1). Fold out the handle (2), 
then pull out the lamp unit by the 
handle (3).
Caution
Notes
Note
1
12
3
Fold out the handle. 
						

							30Replacing the Lamp
Do not put your hands into the lamp 
replacement slot, and do not allow any 
liquid or other objects into the slot to avoid 
electrical shock or fire.
4Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place (1). Tighten the 
two screws (2). Fold down the handle 
to replace it (3).
 Be careful not to touch the glass surface 
of the lamp and a inside conductor.
 Insert the handle firmly to attach it 
securely.
 The power will not turn on if the lamp is 
not secured properly.
5Close the lamp cover and tighten the 
1 screw.
6Connect the AC power cord to a wall 
outlet and turn on the projector.
7Reset the lamp timer for notification of 
the next replacement time.
Select “Lamp Timer Reset” on the 
Function menu then press the ENTER 
key. When a message appears, select 
“Yes” to reset the lamp timer (page 20).
Disposal of the used lamp
For the customers in the USA
Lamp in this product contains mercury. 
Disposal of these materials may be 
regulated due to environmental 
considerations. For disposal or 
recycling information, please contact 
your local authorities or the 
Telecommunications Industry 
Association (www.eiae.org).
Caution
Notes
1
2
2
3
Fold down the handle.
Caution