Sony Projector Vpl Fx52 User Manual

							31 The PICTURE SETTING Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu
Adjust Picture...
When the video signal is input
When the RGB signal is input
Contrast
Adjusts the picture contrast.  The higher the 
setting, the greater the contrast between a 
dark portion and a bright portion of the 
picture.  The lower the setting, the lower the 
contrast.
Brightness
Adjusts the picture brightness. The higher 
the setting, the brighter the picture. The 
lower the setting, the darker the picture.
Color
Adjusts color intensity. The higher the 
setting, the greater the intensity. The lower 
the setting, the lower the intensity. 
Hue
Adjusts color tones. The higher the setting, 
the picture becomes greenish. The lower the 
setting, the picture becomes purplish.
Sharpness
Adjusts the picture sharpness.  The higher 
the setting, the sharper the image. The lower 
the setting, the softer the image.
RGB Enhancer
Adjusts the picture sharpness when RGB 
signals are input.
The higher the setting, the sharper the 
picture. The lower the setting, the softer the 
picture.
Black Level Adj.
Using black level adjustment results in a 
vivid image with clearly defined light and 
dark areas.  Set the black compensation in 
accordance with the image source.
High: Strong black compensation
Low: Weak black compensation
Off: No black compensation
Gamma Mode
Selects a gamma correction curve.
Graphics: Improves the reproduction of 
halftones. Photos can be reproduced in 
natural tones.
Text: Contrasts black and white. Suitable 
for images that contain lots of text.
Color Temp.
Adjusts the color temperature.
High: Makes the white color bluish. 
Low: Makes the white color reddish.
PICTURE SETTING
Contrast: 80
Brightness: 50
Color: 50
Hue: 50
Sharpness: 50
Black Level Adj.: 
OffColor Temp.: Low
DDE: Film
VideoADJUST PICTURE Standard
PICTURE SETTING
Contrast: 80
Brightness: 50
RGB Enhancer:  30
Gamma Mode: 
GraphicsColor Temp.: High
Input AADJUST PICTURE Standard 
						

							 32The INPUT SETTING Menu
DDE (Dynamic Detail Enhancer)
Selects the reproduction format of the input 
video signals according to the video sources.
Off: Plays back the video signal in an 
interlace format without converting.
Progressive: Converts an interlace format 
video signal to a progressive format.
Film: Reproduces the 2-2, 2-3 Pull-Down 
film sources with smooth picture 
movement. When the video signal with a 
format other than the 2-2, 2-3 Pull-
Down is input, “Progressive” is 
automatically selected.The INPUT SETTING 
Menu
The INPUT SETTING menu is used to 
adjust the input signal. 
Items that cannot be adjusted depending on 
the input signal are not displayed in the 
menu.
For details on the unadjustable items, see 
page 52.
When the video signal is input
When the RGB signal is input
Wide Mode
Sets the aspect ratio of the picture. When 
inputting 16:9 (squeezed) signal from 
equipment such as a DVD player, set to On.
Off: When the picture with ratio 4:3 is input.
On: When the picture with ratio 16:9 
(squeezed) is input.
Note that if the projector is used for profit or for 
public viewing, modifying the original picture 
by switching to the wide mode may constitute 
MENU Items
Note
Wide Mode:  Off
INPUT SETTINGVideo
Adjust Signal...
Scan ConverterOn
INPUT SETTINGInput A 
						

							33 The INPUT SETTING Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu
an infringement of the rights of authors or 
producers, which are legally protected.
Adjust Signal... Menu Items
Dot Phase
Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and 
the signal output from a computer. 
Adjust the picture further for finer picture 
after the picture is adjusted by pressing the 
APA key.
Adjust the picture to where it looks clearest. 
H Size
Adjusts the horizontal size of picture output 
from a connector. The higher the setting, the 
larger the horizontal size of the picture. The 
lower the setting, the smaller the horizontal 
size of the picture. Adjust the setting 
according to the dots of the input signal. 
For details on the suitable value for the 
preset signals, see page 53.
Shift
Adjusts the position of the picture. H adjusts 
the horizontal position of the picture. V 
adjusts the vertical position of the picture. 
As the setting for H increases, the picture 
moves to the right, and as the setting 
decreases, the picture moves to the left. 
As the setting for V increases, the picture 
moves up, and as the setting decreases, the 
picture moves down. Use the < or the , 
key to adjust the horizontal position and the 
M and m key for the vertical position.
Scan Converter
Converts the signal to display the picture 
according to the screen size.
On: Displays the picture according to the 
screen size. The picture will lose some 
clarity.
Off: Displays the picture while matching 
one pixel of input picture element to that 
of the LCD. The picture will be clear but 
the picture size will be smaller.
When XGA, SXGA, SXGA+  or UXGA signal 
is input, this item will not be displayed. 
This projector has 46 types of preset data for 
input signals (the preset memory). When a 
preset signal is input, the projector 
automatically detects the signal type and 
recalls the data for the signal from the preset 
memory to adjust it to an optimum picture. 
The memory number and signal type of that 
signal are displayed in the INFORMATION 
menu (See page 36). You can also adjust the 
preset data through the INPUT SETTING 
menu.
This projector has 20 types of user memories  
into which you can save the setting of the 
adjusted data for an unpreset input signal.
When an unpreset signal is input for the first 
time, a memory number is displayed as 0. 
When you adjust the data of the signal in the 
INPUT SETTING menu, it will be 
registered to the projector. If more than 20 
user memories are registered, the newest 
memory always overwrites the oldest one.
See the chart on page 53 to find if the signal 
is registered to the preset memory.
Since the data is recalled from the preset 
memory about the following signals, you 
can use these preset data by adjusting “H 
Size.” Make fine adjustment by adjusting 
“Shift.” 
When the aspect ratio of input signal is other 
than 4:3, a part of the screen is displayed in 
black.
Note
About the Preset Memory No.
Signal Memory No. SIZE
Super Mac-2 23 1,312
SGI-1 23 1,320
Macintosh 19 25 1,328
Macintosh 21 27 1,456
Sony News 36 1,708
PC9821
1,280 × 1,02436 1,600
WS Sunmicro 37 1,664
Note 
						

							 34The SET SETTING Menu
The SET SETTING 
Menu
The SET SETTING menu is used for 
changing the settings of the projector.
Smart APA
Activates or deactivates the Smart APA1).
On: Normally select this setting.  When a 
signal is input from a computer, the APA 
functions automatically so that the 
picture can be seen clearly.  Once the 
specified analog input signal has been 
adjusted by the Smart APA, it will not be 
readjusted even when the cable is 
disconnected and connected again or the 
input channel is changed. You can adjust 
the picture by pressing APA key on the 
Remote Commander even if the Smart 
APA set to “On.”
Off: The APA functions when you press the 
APA key on the Remote Commander.
1) The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) 
automatically adjusts “Dot Phase,” “H Size” 
and “Shift” in the INPUT SETTING menu 
for the input signal from a computer.
Auto Input Search
Normally set to “Off.”
When set to “On,” the projector detects input 
signals in the following sequence: Input-A/
Input-B/Input-C/Video/S-Video. It indicates 
the input channel when the power is turned 
on or the INPUT key is pressed.
Input-C Signal Sel.
Selects either a computer signal, a 
component signal or a video GBR signal 
(15k RGB, DTV, HDTV) for the signal that 
is input to the INPUT C connector.
Color System
Selects the color system of the input signal.
If you select “Auto,” the projector detects 
the color system of the input signal 
automatically.  If the picture is distorted or 
colorless, select the color system according 
to the input signal.
Power Saving
When set to “On,” the projector goes into 
power saving mode if you do not operate the 
unit for 10 minutes with no signal input.
IR Receiver
Selects the remote control detectors (IR 
receiver) on the front and rear of the 
projector. 
Front&Rear: Activates both the front and 
rear detectors.
Front: Activates the front detector only.
Rear: Activates the rear detector only.
Menu Items
Input A
Smart APA:
Auto Input Search:
Input-C Signal Sel:
Color System:
Power Saving:
IR Receiver:On
Off
Computer
Auto
Off
Front&Rear
SET SETTING  
						

							35 The MENU SETTING Menu / The INSTALL SETTING Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu
The MENU SETTING 
Menu
The MENU SETTING menu is used for 
changing the settings of the projector.
Status (on-screen display)
Sets up the on-screen display.
On: Shows all of the on-screen displays.
Off: Turns off the on-screen displays except 
for the menus, a message when turning 
off the power, and warning messages.
Language
Selects the language used in the menu and 
on-screen displays. Available languages are: 
English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, 
Español, Português, Japanese, Chinese and 
Korean.
Menu Position
Selects the display position of the menu 
from Top Left, Bottom Left, Center, Top 
Right and Bottom Right.
Menu Color
Selects the tone of the menu display from 
Black or White.
The INSTALL 
SETTING Menu
The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for 
changing the settings of the projector.
V Keystone
Corrects the trapezoid caused by the 
projection angle. If the base edge is longer, 
set a negative value; if the upper edge is 
longer, set a positive value to square the 
image. 
Image Flip
Flips the image on the screen horizontally 
and/or vertically.
Off:The image does not flip.
HV:Flips the image horizontally and 
vertically.
H:Flips the image horizontally.
V:Flips the image vertically.
Background
Select the background color of the screen 
when no signal is input to the projector.  
Select Black or Blue.
Normally set to “Blue.”
Test Pattern
When set to “On,” a test pattern is displayed 
on the screen during “Lens Zoom” 
adjustment, “Lens Focus,” “Lens Shift,” or 
“V Keystone.”
Menu Items
Status: On
Language: English
Menu Position:  Center
Menu Color:  White
MENU SETTINGInput A
A
Menu Items
V Keystone:  0
Image Flip:  Off
Background: Blue
Test Pattern:  On
Lamp Mode:  Standard
Lens Control:  On 
Direct Power On:  Off
High Altitude Mode: Off
Security Lock:  Off
INSTALL SETTINGInput A 
						

							 36The INFORMATION Menu
Lamp Mode
Sets the lamp brightness in the projection.
High:Illuminates the projected image 
brightly.
Standard:Reduces fan noise and power 
consumption.  The brightness of the 
projected image will be lower compared 
with the “High” setting.
Lens Control
When set to “Off,” the LENS key on the 
Remote Commander, and the LENS 
CONTROL key on the projector do not 
function.
Direct Power On/Off function
If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn the 
power for the entire system on and off, set the 
direct power on function to “On”. You can turn 
the power on/off without pressing the power 
key on the projector. 
High Altitude Mode
Off:Use this setting when using the projector 
at normal altitudes.
On:Use this setting when using the projector 
at an altitude of 1,500 m (4,921 feet) or 
higher. 
Security Lock
Turns on the projector’s security lock 
function.
Off:Turns off the security lock function.
On:Turns on the security lock function, 
which locks the projector once a 
password has been set. 
For details, see “Using the security 
lock” on page 25.
The INFORMATION 
Menu
The INFORMATION menu displays the 
horizontal and vertical frequencies of the 
input signal and the used time of the lamp.
fH
Displays the horizontal frequency of the 
input signal.
The displayed value is approximate.
fV
Displays the vertical frequency of the input 
signal.
The displayed value is approximate.
Lamp Timer
Indicates how long the lamp has been turned 
on.
IP Address
Displays the IP address that is set for the 
projector.
Subnet Mask
Displays the subnet mask that is set for the 
projector.
These only display on the screen. 
Menu Items
Note
Input A
fH: 48.47 kHzfV: 60.00 Hz
 No.23
 1024x768
Lamp Timer:  4  H INFORMATION
IP Address:      192.168.  0.  1
Subnet Mask:  255.255.  0.  0
Memory 
number of 
a input 
signal
Signal 
type 
						

							37 Accessing the Projector from a Computer / Checking the Status of the Projector
Operation and Administration using a Network
BOperation and Administration using a Network
Accessing the 
Projector from a 
Computer
You can check the present status of the 
projector on a computer display and control 
the projector from a computer. Also, the 
projector enables the sending of mail that 
contains messages on the time for 
replacement of the projector lamp, error 
occurrences, etc., to mail addresses that have 
been specified.
Before operating
Confirm that the projector is connected to 
the LAN, then turn on the projector. For 
details on connection, consult with your 
network administrator.
1Start Internet Explorer 5.0 (or later 
versions) on your computer.
2Type “http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (the IP 
address of the projector)” as the 
“Address,” then press the ENTER 
key.
You can confirm the IP address of the 
projector in the “Information menu” on 
page 36.
When you access the projector via a Web 
browser, do not use a proxy server.
Checking the Status 
of the Projector
Click “Information.”
You can check the information and present 
status of the projector on a computer display. 
You can check the information and status in 
the window, but you cannot change the 
settings.
INFORMATION
The present status of the projector is 
displayed.
MENU
The present settings of the projector are 
displayed.
note
Enter the IP address here. 
						

							 38Controlling the Projector from a Computer / Setting Up the Projector 
Controlling the 
Projector from a 
Computer
Click “Control.”
You can perform various adjustments and 
settings of the projector on a computer 
display.
The function of the buttons in the windows 
are the same as those on the remote control 
supplied with the projector.
If you change the setting using the remote 
control, click “Refresh” in the upper right-
hand corner of the window to update the 
status.
Setting Up the 
Projector
Click “Setup.”
The Password Properties dialog box 
appears. 
The name of the “User” account is preset 
without a password to “root” at the factory. 
You can set the owner information, date and 
time, Mail Report, etc.
Click “Apply” in the lower part of each 
window to update the projector to the data 
input in each window.
Owner information 
This information is used for the Mail Report 
function.
Owner
Enter owner information.
Projector
Enter the location and lens type of the 
projector.
The present setting status is indicated 
						

							39 Setting Up the Projector
Operation and Administration using a Network
Memo
Enter a memo, if required.
Setting the date and time
This setting is required for the Regular 
Report function.
Time Zone
Select the region in which you are using the 
projector.
Date/Time
Set the date and time.
Time Server
Enter the address of the time server when the 
time is set by a timer server.
Network Settings
Enter the information for the network 
settings.Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Normally, set “Obtain an IP address 
automatically (DHCP).” If you select 
“Specify an IP address,” set the necessary 
items.
Ethernet
Select the communication speed or 
communication mode from the drop-down 
list. (Normally set to Auto.)
 If the IP address is changed, you will not be 
able to access the network using an old IP 
address.
 To reset the settings of an item back to its 
factory settings, press the RESET, ENTER, 
m and ENTER keys on the control panel in 
order within 5 seconds with the power on, 
and reset the settings depending on the 
messages displayed on the screen. 
Setting passwords for 
“Administrator” and “User”
You can set passwords for each 
“Administrator” and “User.”
The name of the “Administrator” account is 
preset to “root” at the factory. It cannot be 
changed.
 When you change the password, input a new 
password after deleting the password 
(*****)  that was set.
 If you forget your password, consult with 
qualified Sony personnel.
Notes
Notes 
						

							 40Setting Up the Projector
Settings for the Mail Report 
function
You can do the following with the Mail 
Report function. 
 Periodically report the installation status 
of the projector, owner information, etc. 
You can specify the transmission days and 
times of e-mail messages (Regular report).
 Immediately report if any error occurs 
with the projector (Error Report).
 Send warning e-mail messages when a 
preset time for use of the projector lamp 
has been reached (Lamp Reminder).
 Send warning e-mail messages when a 
preset time for maintenance of the 
projector has been reached (Maintenance 
Reminder).
Report Timing field
Regular Report
A report on the present status of the 
projector, installation status, etc. of the 
projector is periodically sent by e-mail.
Set the timing for sending the e-mail 
messages as follows:
AT: Specify the time when e-mail is to be 
sent. Select the hour from the drop-down 
list.
Every Week on Days: Select this check box 
to send e-mail on the selected days every 
week.
Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun: Specify 
the days of the week when e-mail is to be 
sent. You can check two or more days.
Every Month on Day: Select this check box 
and select the day from the drop-down 
list to send e-mail on a pre-defined day 
every month. The Regular Report 
contains the product information, owner 
information, usage information (time) 
for the projector, lamp mode, memos, 
etc.
Maintenance Report
Lamp Reminder: Select this check box and 
enter the limit for the number of hours 
the projector lamp is to be used in the 
text box. This information will be used 
to send e-mail informing you that 
replacement is required for the projector 
lamp when the preset time has been 
reached. You can specify a time between 
1 and 9999 hours.
Maintenance Reminder: Select this check 
box and enter the hours of use before 
maintenance is required for the projector 
in the text box. You can specify a time 
between 1 and 99999 hours.
The elapsed time is displayed in the 
Elapsed Hours text box. Selecting the 
RESET and clicking “Apply” will reset 
the elapsed time to zero.
Address field
E-mail Address
Enter the e-mail addresses to which you 
want the e-mail messages to be sent in each 
text box. The projector allows you to send e-