Sony Projector VPL-DX15 User Manual

51The Setup Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu If you turn on “High Altitude Mode” to “On” at an altitude less than 1,500 m (4,921 feet), the 
projector may reduce the reliability of the lamp.
 When “High Altitude Mode” is set to “On”, the number of turns of the fan increases, and the 
fan noise becomes slightly louder.
 If “Standby Mode” is set to “Low,” the network and network control function cannot be 
operated while the unit is in standby mode.
 When the input signal is not displayed...

52The Function Menu
The Function Menu
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the various functions of the projector.
Setting items Functions Initial setting
Smart  APA Executes APA automatically when a computer signal is 
input.
For details, see “Adjusting the Image Quality (Smart 
APA)” on page 39.
On: For Smart APA to be active
Off: For Smart APA to be inactiveOn
Auto Input Search Detects the input signal and displays the detected input 
signal automatically when the INPUT key is...

53The Function Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
 Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes 
a black portion around it, the APA function will not work properly and some parts of the image 
may not be displayed on the screen.
 You can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while “Adjusting” appears on the 
screen.
 For APA, the picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal.
 Adjust the “Phase,”...

54The Installation Menu
The Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
 Since the V keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, sometimes the image will be 
deteriorated.
 When the Lamp Mode is set to “High”, the sound from the fan to cool the lamp, etc. is often 
excessive.
Lamp Mode Standard
Direct Power ON OffAuto
Setting items Functions Initial setting
V Keystone Sets Auto V Keystone correction.
Au to : For Auto V Keystone correction to be active...

55The Network Setting Menu (VPL-DX15 only)
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The Network Setting Menu (VPL-DX15 only)
The Network Setting menu is used to set the network of this unit.
To Network Setting
Switches to Network Setting window
when you press [ENTER].
Setting items Functions
Network Setting The network setting window appears. For details, refer to “Operating 
Instructions For Network/USB File Viewer” included on the supplied CD-
ROM. 

56The 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.
 fH (horizontal frequency) and fV(vertical frequency) may not be displayed depending on the input 
signal used on the projector.
 You cannot change the displays listed above.
Input signals and adjustable/setting items
Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input signal...

57The Information Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
z : Adjustable/can be set
– :  Not adjustable/cannot be set
*1: Except B & W*2:NTSC3.58 and NTSC4.43 only, except B & W*3: Adjustable only when the “Picture Mode” is set to “Dynamic” or “Standard”*4: Preset memory No. 3, 4 only*5: VPL-DX15 only/The Picture Mode setting is common between Network and USB.
Screen menu
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
*6: VPL-DX15 only
Huez*2zz–––
Color Temp.zzzz*3z*3z*3
Sharpnesszzz–––...

58Replacing the Lamp
BMaintenance
Replacing the Lamp
The lamp used as a light source is a 
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 flashes in 
orange (Repetition rate of 3 flashes) (Refer 
to page 64 for another possible cause.)
The lamp life varies depending on 
conditions of use. 
Use an LMP-D200 Projector Lamp as the 
replacement lamp.
Use of any...

59Replacing the Lamp
Maintenance
 
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. 
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 and a inside conductor.
 Insert the handle firmly to attach it 
securely.
 The power will not turn on if the lamp is 
not...

60Cleaning the Air Filter
Cleaning the Air 
Filter
The air filter should be cleaned after 
approximately 500 hours use. Remove the 
air filter cover then remove the dust with a 
cloth lightly dampened with mild detergent 
solution.
The time needed to clean the air filter will 
vary depending on the environment or how 
the projector is used.
1Turn the power off and unplug the 
ower cord.
2Place a protective sheet (cloth) 
beneath the projector and turn the 
projector over.
3Remove the air filter cover....