Sony Projector Vpl Hs2 User Manual

							 Video Projector          VPL-HS2
4-092-536-12 (1)
Video Projector
Operating Instructions __________________________________GB
Mode d’emploi ________________________________________FR
Manual de instrucciones _________________________________ES
© 2002 Sony Corporation
VPL-HS2 
						

							VPL-HS2
GB 2
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose 
the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the 
cabinet.  Refer servicing to qualified personnel 
only. 
For the customers in the USA
If you have any questions about this product, you may 
contact:
Sony Electronics Inc.
Attn: Business Information Center (BIC)
12451 Gateway Boulevard
Ft. Myers, Florida 33913
Telephone No.: 800-686-7669
The number below is for FCC related matters only.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: VPL-HS2
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell
NJ 07649 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 201-930-6972
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) 
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) 
this device must accept any interference received, 
including interference that may cause undesired 
operation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply 
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation.  This equipment 
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy 
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications.  However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If 
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio 
or television reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged 
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and 
receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit 
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV 
technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not 
expressly approved in this manual could void your 
authority to operate this equipment.
For the customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian 
ICES-003.
Voor de klanten in Nederland
Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde batterij die niet 
vervangen hoeft te worden tijdens de levensduur van het 
apparaat.
Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de batterij toch 
vervangen moet worden. De batterij mag alleen 
vervangen worden door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel.
Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein 
chemisch afval (KCA).
Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de levensduur in 
voor recycling, de batterij zal dan op correcte wijze 
verwerkt worden.
 
WARNING
This symbol is intended to alert the user to 
the presence of uninsulated dangerous 
voltage within the products enclosure 
that may be of sufficient magnitude to 
constitute a risk of electric shock to 
persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to 
the presence of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing) instructions in 
the literature accompanying the 
appliance.
The socket-outlet should be installed near the 
equipment and be easily accessible. 
						

							3 GB
Table of Contents
Precautions ............................................. 4
Connections and Preparations
Unpacking ............................................... 5
Step 1: Installing the Projector  .............. 6
Before Setting Up the Projector  .........................6
Using the Optional Conversion Lens  .................7
Installing the Projector and a Screen  ..................8
Step 2: Connecting the Projector  ........ 10
Connecting with Video Equipment  ..................10
Connecting Using the Optional Signal 
Interface Cables  ................................................11
Connecting Using the Optional 
Interface Unit ....................................................12
Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and 
Position .................................................. 12
Step 4:  Selecting the Menu 
Language ............................................... 16
Projecting
Projecting the Picture on the Screen  .. 18
Selecting the Wide Screen Mode  ........ 20
Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode  ... 22
Using the Menus
Operation through the Menus  ..............23
Menu Lists  .............................................25
Menu Configurations  ....................................... 25
Menu Items  ...................................................... 25
About the Preset Memory No.  ......................... 28
Adjusting Picture Quality of a Signal 
from the Computer  ........................................... 28
 Others
Troubleshooting .......................................29
Replacing the Lamp  .................................31
Replacing the Air Filter  ............................32
Specifications ...........................................33
Location of Controls  ................................40
Front ................................................................. 40
Rear .................................................................. 41
Remote Control  ................................................ 42
Index ..........................................................43 
						

							GB 4Precautions
Precautions
On safety
• Check that the operating voltage of your unit is 
identical with the voltage of your local power 
supply.
 Should any liquid or solid object fall into the 
cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by 
qualified personnel before operating it further. 
 Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be 
used for several days. 
 To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never 
pull the cord itself. 
 The wall outlet should be near the unit and easily 
accessible. 
 The unit is not disconnected to the AC power source 
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, 
even if the unit itself has been turned off. 
 Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on.
 Do not place your hand or objects near the 
ventilation holes. The air coming out is hot. 
On preventing internal heat build-up 
After you turn off the power with the I / 1 (on/
standby) switch, do not disconnect the unit from the 
wall outlet while the cooling fan is still running.
Caution
The projector is equipped with ventilation holes 
(intake) and ventilation holes (exhaust). Do not block 
or place anything near these holes, or internal heat 
build-up may occur, causing picture degradation or 
damage to the projector.
On repacking
Save the original shipping carton and packing 
material; they will come in handy if you ever have to 
ship your unit. For maximum protection, repack your 
unit as it was originally packed at the factory.  
						

							Connections and 
Preparations
5 GB Unpacking
Connections 
and 
PreparationsUnpacking
Check the carton to make sure it contains the 
following items:
Remote control (1), 
Size AA (R6) 
batteries (2)
Signal interface 
cable (1)
Air filter (for 
replacement) (1)
Cinema filter (1)
Adjuster spacers (2)
AC power cord (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Inserting the batteries into the remote 
control This section describes how to install the 
projector and screen, how to connect the 
equipment from which you want to project 
the picture, etc.
Insert the batteries E side first as shown 
in the illustration.
Inserting them forcibly or with the 
polarities reversed may cause a short 
circuit and may generate heat. 
						

							Connections and 
Preparations
GB 6Step 1: Installing the Projector
Step 1: Installing 
the Projector
You can obtain good picture quality even when you 
project the picture from the side of the screen (“Side 
Shot”) (1 page 9). You can enjoy home 
entertainment with this projector in various situations.
Enjoying home theater
Enjoying video games on a large screenWatching sports, etc. with your company
Before Setting Up the 
Projector
Do not place the projector in the following situations, 
which may cause malfunction or damage to the 
projector.
Poorly ventilated
Highly heated and humid
Very dusty and extremely smoky 
						

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Preparations
7 GB Step 1: Installing the Projector
Do not use the projector under the following 
conditions:
Tilting the unit extremely
Blocking the ventilation holes
Placing the projector without the adjuster
Note
Installing the unit at altitudes
When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or 
higher, turn on high altitude mode in the INSTALL 
SETTING menu. Failing to set this mode when using 
the projector at high altitudes could have adverse 
effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain 
components.
Using the supplied Cinema Filter
The Cinema Filter is supplied with the projector, 
allowing you to receive higher contrast color and 
emphasized black color by attaching or removing. 
Use it according to preference.
To attach the Cinema Filter
1 Turn off the power and disconnect the 
power cord.2 Insert the Cinema Filter, aligning its screw 
with the thread around the projector’s 
lens, then turn the Filter clockwise.
To remove the Cinema Filter, turn it 
counterclockwise.
Using the Optional 
Conversion Lens
You can install the optional VPLL-CW20 Short 
Focused Conversion Lens on the projector. For 
projection distances when installing the Conversion 
Lens, see page 36.
Follow the steps below to install the Conversion Lens.
For details on installing the Lens, refer also to the 
installation manual supplied with the Lens.
1 Turn off the power and disconnect the 
power cord.
2 Remove the lens cap from the Conversion 
Lens.
3 Align the screw of the Conversion Lens 
with the thread around the lens of the 
projector as illustrated below.
Ventilation
holes
(exhaust)Ventilation 
holes 
(intake)
Cinema Filter 
						

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Preparations
GB 8Step 1: Installing the Projector
4 Turn the Conversion Lens clockwise.
Notes on installation of the optional Conversion Lens
 The Lens scratches easily, so when handling it, always place it 
gently on a stable and level surface in a horizontal position.
 Be sure not to bump the Lens on the surface of the lens of the 
projector.
 Avoid touching the Lens surface.
To remove the installed Conversion Lens
Turn the installed Lens counterclockwise 
until it can be removed.
Notes
 Be sure not to drop the uninstalled Conversion Lens.
 When you adjust picture distortion using “V Keystone” or 
“Side Shot” in the INSTALL SETTING menu with the 
optional Conversion Lens attached to the projector, the 
aspect ratio of the original picture may not be correctly 
displayed.
Installing the Projector and a 
Screen
The installation distance between the projector and 
screen varies depending on the size of the screen.
1Determine the installation 
position of the projector and 
screen.
a:Minimum projection distance between the 
screen and the center of the projector’s lens 
when you place the projector on the side 
(“Side Shot”), or when you place the 
projector with the center of the screen and the 
center of the lens aligned.
b:Maximum projection distance between the 
screen and the center of the projector’s lens 
when you place the projector on the side, or 
when you place the projector with the center 
of the screen and the center of the lens 
aligned.
c:Maximum horizontal distance between the 
right/left end of the screen and the center of 
the projector’s lens when the projector is 
placed on the side (when you use projection 
distance a)
d:Maximum horizontal distance between the 
right/left end of the screen and the center of 
the lens when the projector is placed on the 
side (when you use projection distance b)
e:Maximum vertical distance from the bottom 
of the screen to the center of the projector’s 
lens when you place the projector on the side 
(when you use projection distance a)
ae
b
cd
f12
7
Screen
 Projector 
						

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Preparations
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f:Maximum vertical distance from the bottom 
of the screen to the center of the projector’s 
lens when you place the projector on the side 
(when you use projection distance b)
When projecting using both “Side Shot” 
and “V Keystone” adjustments
Position the projector with the lens end within 
the area   in the illustration, by using the 
values a to f in the table below as a guide.
Unit: m (feet)
Tip
The table shows the distances when projecting the 
conventional video and 1080i format signals. Distances 
used for projecting a 720p format signal and computer’s 
signal are shown on page 34.
Note
When projecting with the optional Conversion Lens 
attached, the values a, b, e and f are slightly different from 
those in the table.
When projecting using “Side Shot” 
adjustment only
Position the projector with the lens end within 
the area   in the illustration, by using the 
values a, b, c and d in the table below as a guide. 
Unit: m (feet)
Tip
The table shows the distances when projecting the video 
signals. Distances used for projecting a 1080i/720p format 
signal and computer’s signal are shown on page 35.
Note
If you project the picture using “Side Shot” only, set “V 
Keystone” in the INSTALL SETTING menu to “Manual,” 
and adjust the level to “0.”
When projecting from the center 
You can change the projection angle using the 
adjuster. (1 page 13)
Position the projector with the lens end within 
the area   in the illustration, by using the 
values a and b in the table below as a guide. 
Unit: m (feet)
2Project an image on the screen 
and adjust the picture so that it 
fits the screen. (1 page 12)
To project an image, connect video equipment to 
the projector. (1 page 10)
Screen 
size 
(inches)40 60 80 100 120 150
a1.6
(5.2)2.5
(8.2)3.3
(10.8)4.2
(13.8)5.0
(16.4)6.3
(20.7)
b1.8
(5.9)2.7
(8.9)3.6
(11.8)4.5
(14.8)5.4
(17.7)6.8
(22.3)
c0.0
(0.0)–0.1
(–0.3)–0.2
(–0.6)–0.2
(–0.6)–0.3
(–1.0)–0.3
(–1.0)
d0.0
(0.0)0.0
(0.0)0.0
(0.0)0.0
(0.0)0.0
(0.0)0.0
(0.0)
e0.3
(1.0)0.5
(2.0)0.7
(2.3)0.9
(3.0)1.0
(3.3)1.3
(4.3)
f0.4
(1.6)0.6
(2.0)0.8
(2.6)1.0
(3.3)1.2
(3.9)1.5
(4.9)
Screen 
size 
(inches)40 60 80 100 120 150
a1.6
(5.2)2.5
(8.2)3.3
(10.8)4.1
(13.5)5.0
(16.4)6.2
(20.3)
b1.9
(6.2)2.9
(9.5)3.9
(12.8)4.8
(15.7)5.8
(19.0)7.3
(24.0)
c0.2
(0.7)0.3
(1.0)0.4
(1.3)0.6
(2.0)0.7
(2.3)0.8
(2.6)
d0.4
(1.3)0.5
(1.6)0.7
(2.3)0.9
(3.0)1.1
(3.6)1.4
(4.6)
Screen 
size 
(inches)40 60 80 100 120 150
a1.6
(5.2)2.4
(7.9)3.2
(10.5)4.0
(13.1)4.8
(15.7)6.0
(19.7)
b1.9
(6.2)2.9
(9.5)3.9
(12.8)4.8
(15.7)5.8
(19.0)7.3
(24.0) 
						

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Preparations
GB 10Step 2: Connecting the Projector
Step 2: 
Connecting the 
Projector
When making connections, be sure to do the 
following:
 Turn off all equipment before making any 
connections.
 Use the proper cables for each connection.
 Insert the cable plugs properly; plugs that are not 
fully inserted often generate noise. When pulling 
out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not 
the cable itself.
 Refer to the operating instructions of the connected 
equipment.
 When you connect your projector to PJ MULTI, 
select the input signal with the “Input-A Signal Sel.”  
setting in the SET SETTING   menu. (1 page 
27)
Connecting with Video 
Equipment
Rear of the projector
 S Video or
video/audio
cable (not
supplied)with SONY 
logo 
upside
to S video/
audio
output to S
video
or
video/
audio
output
Video equipment
Signal 
interface
cable 
(supplied)
Video equipment