Sony Vpl Aw15 Projector User Manual

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Connections and PreparationsThis section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the 
equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc.
Unpacking
Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items:
Inserting the batteries into the remote control
Connections and Preparations
 Remote control (1) and 
Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Lens cap (1)
When you have purchased the projector, 
the lens cap was fitted onto the lens. 
Remove this lens cap when you use the 
projector.
 Operating Instructions (this manual)
 AC power cord (1)
 Air filter (for replacement) (1) 
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.
Push and slide to open. 
						

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Step 1: Installing the Projector
The projector displays pictures output from 
a VCR or other devices.
The projector can be used in various places 
and you can enjoy viewing beautiful pictures 
easily.
Unsuitable installation
Do not place the projector in the following 
situations, which may cause malfunction 
or damage to the projector.
Poorly ventilated location
Hot and humid
Locations subject to direct cool or 
warm air from an air-conditioner
Installing the projector in such a location 
may cause a malfunction of the unit due to 
moisture condensation or rise in 
temperature.Near a heat or smoke sensor 
Malfunction of the sensor may occur.
Very dusty and extremely smoky 
locations
Install in a location away from walls
Allow at least 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) 
between the projector and walls.
Before Setting Up the 
Projector 
						

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Connections and Preparations
Improper use
Do not do any of the following while using 
the projector.
Blocking the ventilation holes.
Tip
For details on the location of the ventilation 
holes (intake or exhaust), see “Location of 
Controls” on pages 8 to 9.
Tilting front/rear and left/rightAvoid using the projector tilted at an angle 
of more than 15 degrees.
Do not install the projector anywhere other 
than on a level surface or on the ceiling. 
Failing to set this mode when using the 
projector at high altitudes may result in 
uneven color uniformity and reducing the 
reliability of the effects of the lamp.
When installing the unit at altitudes
When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 
m or higher, set “Cooling Setting” in the Setup 
menu to “High” (1 page 46). Failing to 
set this mode when using the projector at high 
altitudes could have adverse effects, such as 
reducing the reliability of certain components.
Ventilation 
holes 
(exhaust) Ventilation 
holes 
(intake)
15° or more
15° or more
15° or more
15° or more
15° or more 
						

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The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size 
of the screen.
1Determine the installation position of the projector and screen.
You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector with the center of 
the lens within the areas indicated in the gray areas in the illustration (VPL-AW15 
only). Use the values a, b, c and d in the table on page 15 as a guide.
a:Minimum projection distance between the screen and the center of the projector’s 
lens
b:Maximum projection distance between the screen and the center of the projector’s 
lens
(VPL-AW15 only)
*c:Vertical distance between the center of the screen and the center of the projector’s
lens when using the maximum upper vertical lens shift feature
*d:Horizontal distance between the center of the screen and the center of the
projector’s lens when using the maximum horizontal lens shift feature
*  The distances c and d indicated in the illustration show those in the lower or left direction. 
The same distances in the upper or right direction are appropriate for installation.
‹For installation of the projector on a ceiling, see “Ceiling Installation.” (1 page 66)
‹For details on the lens shift feature, see “Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position.” 
(1 page 21)
Positioning the Projector and a screen
Screen 
						

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Connections and Preparations
When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen
Unit: mm (inches)
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = 29.909 (1 
3/16) × SS – 44.886 (1 13/16)
b (maximum) = 48.239 (1 1/16) × SS – 44.869 (1 13/16)
c = 8.0899 (11/32) × SS
d = 5.5245 (7/32) × SS
*VPL-AW15 only
When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen (projecting a 4:3 picture)
Unit: mm (inches)
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = 36.609 (1 
1/2) × SS – 44.886 (1 13/16)
b (maximum) = 59.045 (2 3/8) × SS – 44.869 (1 13/16)
c = 9.902 (13/32) × SS
d = 6.762 (9/32) × SS
*VPL-AW15 only
Screen 
size
 (inches)40 60 70 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
(mm) 1016 1524 1778 2032 2540 3048 3556 4064 4572 5080
a 
(minimum)1151
(45 3/8)1750
(69)2049(80 11/16)2348
(92 1/2)2946
(116)3544(139 5/8)4142(163 1/8)4740(186 3/4)5339(210 1/4)5937(233 7/8)
b 
(maximum)1885
(74 1/4)2849(112 1/4)3332(131 1/4)3814(150 1/4)4779(188 1/4)5744(226 1/4)6709(264 1/4)7673(302 1/8)8638(340 1/8)9603(378 1/8)
*c324
(12 3/4)485
(19 1/8)566
(22 3/8)647
(25 1/2)809
(31 7/8)971
(38 1/4)1133
(44 5/8)1294
(51)1456
(57 3/8)1618
(63 3/4)
*d221
(8 3/4)331
(13 1/8)387
(15 1/4)442
(17 1/2)552
(21 3/4)663
(26 1/8)773
(30 1/2)884
(34 7/8)994
(39 1/4)1105
(43 1/2)
Screen 
size
 (inches)40 60 70 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
(mm) 1016 1524 1778 2032 2540 3048 3556 4064 4572 5080
a 
(minimum)1419
(56)2152
(84 3/4)2518
(99 1/4)2884(113 5/8)3616(142 1/2)4348(171 1/4)5080(200 1/8)5813(228 7/8)6545(257 3/4)7277(286 5/8)
b 
(maximum)2317
(91 1/4)3498(137 3/4)4088
(161)4679(184 1/4)5860(230 3/4)7041(277 1/4)8221(323 3/4)9402(370 1/4)10583(416 3/4)11764(463 1/4)
*c396
(15 5/8)594
(23 1/2)693
(27 3/8)792
(31 1/4)990
(39)1188
(46 7/8)1386
(54 5/8)1584
(62 1/2)1782
(70 1/4)1980
(78)
*d270
(10 3/4)406
(16)473
(18 3/4)541
(21 3/8)676
(26 5/8)811
(32)947
(37 3/8)1082
(42 5/8)1217
(48)1352
(53 3/8) 
						

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2Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen.
3Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it fits the 
screen. (1 page 21)
To project an image, connect video equipment to the projector. (1 page 17)
When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen 
depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications. This 
is not a malfunction of the projector.
Note
Screen
Top view 
						

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Connections and Preparations
Step 2: Connecting the Projector
When making connections, be sure to do the following:
 Turn off all equipments before making any connections.
 Use the proper cables for each connection.
 Insert the cable plugs properly; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or 
poor picture quality. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out with holding the 
plug, not the cable itself.
 Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
To connect to a DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray Disc player or digital tuner 
equipped with component video connectors
Connecting to a VCR
Component video cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flowDVD player/recorder, HDD 
recorder, Blu-ray Disc 
player, digital tuner, etc., 
with component video 
connectors Rear of the projectorAV amplifierSpeakers 
						

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To connect to a DVD player/recorder and Blu-ray Disc player 
equipped with HDMI output
You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder and Blu-ray 
Disc player equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector.
HDMI cable (not supplied)
 : Video signal flow Rear of the projector
DVD player/recorder and 
Blu-ray Disc player, etc., 
with the HDMI output
to HDMI output AV amplifier Speakers
When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use 
a cable that has acquired an HDMI logo.
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This projector supports PC display input that has been available since Ver.1.2a of HDMI standards. 
It also supports HDCP. 
						

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Connections and Preparations
To connect to a VCR equipped with the S video connector or 
video connector
You can connect a DVD player/recorder, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk 
player, which is not equipped with component video connectors. See also the instruction 
manual of each equipment.
Tip
In order to enjoy better video performance, use S Video connector.
If the equipment to be connected has no S video connector, connect the cable to the video output.
S video or video cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow Rear of the projector
to S video or 
video output Video equipmentAV amplifier
Speakers 
						

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Tip
Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup   menu to “Auto” or “Computer.” If the input signal does 
not appear properly, set it to “Computer.” (1 page 47, 54)
 
If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both computer’s display 
and this equipment, the picture of the equipment may not appear properly. Set your computer to 
output the signal to only the external monitor.
For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions supplied with your computer.
Connecting to a Computer
Note
HD-Dsub15 pin cable (optional) or HDMI cable (optional)
: Video signal flow Rear of the projector
to monitor outputComputer
When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use 
a cable that has acquired an HDMI logo.