Sony Projector Vpl Px15 User Manual

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Preset signals
1) VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics
Standards Association.
2) PC-98 is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.
Since the data is recalled from the preset memory for
the following signals, you can use this preset data by
adjusting SIZE H. Make finer adjustments using
SHIFT.
Signal Memory No. SIZE H
Super Mac-2 23 1312
SGI-1 23 1320
Macintosh 19”
25 1328
Macintosh 21”
27 1456
Sony News 36 1708
PC-9821 36 1600
1280 × 1024
WS Sunmicro 37 1664
Note
When the...

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The INSTALL SETTING
Menu
The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing
the install settings of the projector.
INPUT-B FUNC. is displayed only for the VPL-
PX15.
Operation
1. Select an item
Use the M or m key to select the item, then press the
, or ENTER key.
2. Adjust an item
•When changing the adjustment level:
To increase the value, press the M or , key.
To decrease the value, press the m or < key.
Press the ENTER key to restore the original screen.
•When changing the setting:
Press the M or m...

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KEYSTONE MEM
ON: The DIGIT KEYSTONE setting is stored.
The data is retrieved when the projector power is
turned on. The setting will remain the same every
time.
OFF: The DIGIT KEYSTONE is reset to 0 when the
power is turned on next time.
DIGIT KEYSTONE
Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the
projection angle.
If the base edge of the image is longer, set a negative
value; if the upper edge is longer, set a positive value
to display the image as a rectangle.
INSTALLATION
Set this item to...

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a x
b
c
PUSH
PUSH
+   0   Ð
a: Distance between the screen and the center
of the lens
b: Distance from the floor to the center of the
lens
c: Distance from the floor to the foot of the
projector
x: Free
Center of the lens Center of the screen Wall
Floor Distance between the front of the
cabinet and the center of the lens
Standard lens:
Ð25.4 mm (Ð1 inch)
Installation Example
Installation Example
SS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300
Minimum1458 2217 2977 3736 4495 5635 6774 7533 9432...

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Notes for Installation
Unsuitable Installation
Do not install the projector in the following situations.
These installations may cause malfunction or damage
to the projector.
Poorly ventilated
•Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal
heat build-up. Do not place the unit on surfaces
(rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
draperies) that may block the ventilation holes.
When internal heat builds up due to blockage of the
ventilation holes, the temperature sensor may...

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Blocking the ventilation holes
Avoid using something that covers over the
ventilation holes (exhaust/intake); otherwise, the
internal heat level may build up.
Removing the adjusters
Avoid using the unit with the adjusters removed.
Blocking the ventilation holes (intake) may cause
internal heat build-up.
Notes for Installation 

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Maintenance
Notes
•If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified Sony
personnel.
•Pull out the lamp unit by holding the handle. If you
touch the lamp unit, you may be burned or injured.
•When removing the lamp unit, make sure it remains
horizontal, then pull straight up. Do not tilt the lamp
unit. If you pull out the lamp unit while it is tilted
and if the lamp breaks, the pieces may scatter,
causing injury.
Replacing the Lamp
When the lamp has burnt out or dims, or “Please
replace the LAMP.”...

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5Hook the air filter on the holders of the air filter
cover, then set the filter and replace the cover.
Notes
•If the dust cannot be removed from the air filter,
replace the air filter with the supplied new one.
•Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly; the power
cannot be turned on if it is not closed securely.
•Place the air filter so that it fits in a notch on the air
filter cover.
To clean the ventilation holes
When you clean the air filter, clean the ventilation
holes (intake, rear and...

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem, using the following
guide. If the problem still persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
Image
Symptom
CauseRemedy
The power is not turned on.
The power has been turned off and on
with the I / 1 key at too short an interval.Wait for about 90 seconds before turning on the
power 
(see page 25 (GB)).
The lamp cover is detached.Close the lamp cover securely 
(see page...

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Troubleshooting
Others
SymptomCauseRemedy
The LAMP/COVER indicator
flashes.The lamp cover or the air filter cover is
detached.Attach the cover securely 
(see pages 37 (GB) and
38 (GB)).
The LAMP/COVER indicator
lights up.The lamp has reached the end of its life.Replace the lamp 
(see page 37 (GB)).
The lamp has reached too a high
temperature.Wait for 90 seconds to cool down the lamp and
turn on the power again (see page 25 (GB)).
The TEMP/FAN indicator
flashes.The fan is broken.
Consult with...