Sony Vpl Aw10 Projector User Manual

							VPL-AW15
VPL-AW10
© 2007 Sony Corporation
3-198-141-11 (1)
Video Projector
Operating Instructions   
						

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric 
shock, do not expose this apparatus 
to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not 
open the cabinet. Refer servicing to 
qualified personnel only. 
For customers in the USA
If you have any questions about this product, 
you may call:
Sony Customer Information Service Center
1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/
The number below is for FCC related 
matters only.Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: VPL-AW15, VPL-AW10
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 
92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
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. This symbol is intended to 
alert the user to the presence 
of uninsulated “dangerous 
voltage” within the 
product’s 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. 
						

							
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Disposal of Used Lamp
This projector’s lamp contains mercury and 
should be disposed of properly. Consult your 
local authorities rega rding safe disposal.
The material contained in this lamp are 
similar to those of a fluorescent lamp, so you 
should dispose of it  in the same way.
For customers in the United States
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 authoritie s or the Electronic 
Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).
Trademark Information
“BRAVIA” and   are trademarks of 
Sony Corporation.
HDMI, the HDMI logo  and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing 
LLC. 
						

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For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with 
Canadian ICES-003.
Voor de klanten in Nederland
For customers in Taiwan only Gooi de batterij niet weg maar 
lever deze in als klein chemisch 
afval (KCA).
The socket-outlet should be installed near 
the equipment and be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS 
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT 
TYPE.
DISPOSED OF USED BATTERIES 
ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL RULES.
Disposal of Old Electrical & 
Electronic Equipment (Applicable 
in the European Union and other 
European countries with separate 
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its 
packaging indicates that this product 
shall not be treated as household waste. 
Instead it shall be handed over to the 
applicable collection point for the 
recycling of electrical and electronic 
equipment. By ensuring this product is 
disposed of correctly, you will help 
prevent potential negative consequences 
for the environment and human health, 
which could otherwise be caused by 
inappropriate waste handling of this 
product. The recycling of materials will 
help to conserve natural resources. For 
more detailed information about 
recycling of this product, please contact 
your local Civic Office, your household 
waste disposal service or the shop where 
you purchased the product. 
						

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Table of Contents
Precautions ......................................... 7
Checking the model name of the 
projector ............................................. 7
Front/Side ........................................... 8
Rear/Bottom ....................................... 9
Remote Control  ................................ 10
Unpacking ........................................ 11
Step 1: Installing the Projector  ......... 12
Before Setting Up the 
Projector .......................... 12
Positioning the Projector and a 
screen .............................. 14
Step 2: Connecting the Projector  ..... 17
Connecting to a VCR  ................. 17
Connecting to a Computer .......... 20
Step 3: Adjusting the Picture 
Position ............................................. 21
Step 4: Selecting the Menu 
Language .......................................... 25Projecting the Picture on the 
Screen .............................................. 27
Turning Off the Power  ............... 28
Selecting the Wide Screen Mode  .... 28
Selecting the Picture Viewing 
Mode ............................................... 31
Adjusting the Picture Quality  .......... 32
Adjusting the Picture Using Real 
Color Processing 
(VPL-AW15 only)  ........................... 33
Using Other Functions  ..................... 35
Operation through the Menus  .......... 36
Picture Menu  ................................... 40
Advanced Picture Menu 
(VPL-AW15 only)  ........................... 43
Screen Menu  .................................... 44
Setup Menu  ...................................... 46
Function Menu ................................. 48
Installation Menu  ............................. 49
Information Menu ............................ 50
About the Preset Memory No.  ... 50
Location of Controls
Connections and 
Preparations
Projecting
Using the Menus 
						

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Troubleshooting ............................... 51
Warning Indicators  ..................... 53
Message Lists  ............................. 54
Replacing the Lamp and the Air Filter 
and cleaning the Ventilation holes 
(intake) ............................................. 55
Replacing the Air Filter ................... 58
Fitting the lens cap  ........................... 58
Specifications ................................... 59
Preset Signals  ............................. 61
Input Signals and Adjustable/
Setting Items  ................... 64
Ceiling Installation ........................... 66
When Using the PSS-H10 Projector 
Suspension Support ......... 66
When Using the PSS-610 Projector 
Suspension Support ......... 70
Index ............................................... 73
Others 
						

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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 ?/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.
Checking the model 
name of the 
projector
Check the model name of the projector first.
The model name is located at the bottom of 
the projector (Example: VPL-AW15).
You cannot use some of the functions or 
menu options for certain projector models. 
						

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Front/Side
You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote 
control to operate the projector.
Location of Controls
INPUT button (1 page 27)
MENU button (1 page 36)
Remote control detector 
(1 page 21) Ventilation holes 
(exhaust) (1 page 13)
?/1 (On/standby) switch (1 page 22) LAMP/COVER indicator (1 page 53)
v/V/b/B (arrow)/  (enter) button 
(1 page 36)
LENS SHIFT  dials 
(VPL-AW15 only) (1 page 22) Ventilation holes 
(intake) (1 page 13)
Focus ring (1 page 24)
Zoom lever (1 page 24) While the 
?/1 (On/
standby) indicator lights in 
orange, the power saving 
mode is on. (1 page 46)
Note 
						

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Location of ControlsRear/Bottom
Adjusters (1 page 24) Ventilation holes 
(exhaust) (1 page 13)
Lamp cover
(1 page 56)REMOTE connector
Connects to a computer, etc. for remote 
control
S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/
VIDEO INPUT connector (phono type) (1 page 19)
Y/P
B/CB/PR/CR (phono type) (1 page 17)
INPUT A connector (1 page 20)
HDMI connector (1 page 18)
-AC IN socket
Air filter cover 
(1 page 57) Ventilation holes (intake) 
(1 page 13) Projector suspension 
support attaching 
hole (1 page 66)
ID label Ventilation holes
(intake)
(1 page 13) 
						

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Remote Control
Infrared transmitter
?/1 (On/standby) 
switch (1 page 22)
MENU button
(1 page 36)M/m/