Sony Vpl Cx5 Projector User Manual

11 GBLocation and Function of Controls
Overview
5Lens protector (lens cover)
The lens protector automatically opens 
when the power is turned on.
6Front remote control detector 
7Ventilation holes (exhaust)
8Connector/Control panel
For details, see “Connector Panel” and 
“Control Panel” on page 12.
9Rear remote control detector 
0Ventilation holes (intake)
qaLamp cover
qsPowered tilt adjuster
qdSpeaker
qfSecurity lock 
Connects to an optional security cable 
(Kensington’s).
Web page address:...

GB 12Location and Function of Controls
1POWER SAVING indicator
Lights up when the projector is in power 
saving mode. When “Power Saving” in 
the SET SETTING menu is set to “ON,” 
the projector goes into power saving 
mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. 
Although the lamp goes out, the cooling 
fan keeps running. The power saving 
mode is canceled when a signal is input 
or any key is pressed. In power saving 
mode, any key does not function for the 
first 60 seconds after the lamp goes out....

13 GBLocation and Function of Controls
Overview
control the mouse function with the 
supplied Remote Commander. The 
supplied application software (VPL-
CX5 only) can be installed in the 
computer attached to this connector.
3Memory Stick slot (VPL-CX5 
only)
The Memory Stick can be inserted. 
Never insert an object other than the 
Memory Stick.
For details, see the attached “Operating 
Instructions” for Memory Stick.
4AUDIO (stereo minijack) 
connector
When listening to sound output from the 
computer,...

GB 14Location and Function of Controls
 You can cancel the adjustment by 
pressing the APA key again while 
“Adjusting” appears on the screen.
 The picture may not be adjusted properly 
depending on the kinds of input signals.
 Adjust the items “Dot Phase,” “H Size” 
and “Shift”  in the INPUT SETTING 
menu when you adjust the picture 
manually.
3PIC MUTING key
Used to mute the picture temporarily. 
Press again to restore the picture.
4ENTER key
5Keys emulate a mouse
Functions like a mouse of a...

15 GBLocation and Function of Controls
Overview
To install batteries
1Push and slide to open the lid, then 
install the two size AA (R6) batteries 
(supplied) with the correct polarity.
2Replace the lid.
Notes on batteries
 Make sure that the battery orientation is 
correct when inserting batteries.
 Do not mix an old battery with a new one 
or different types of batteries. 
 If you do not use the Remote Commander 
for a long time, remove the batteries to 
avoid damage from battery leakage. If...

GB 16Installing the Projector
BSetting Up and Projecting
Installing the Projector
This section describes how to install the projector.
The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of 
the screen. Use the following table as a guide. 
 
There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown 
in the table above.Unit: m (feet)
Screen size 
(inches)40 60 80 100 120 150
Minimum 
Distance1.5 
(4.9)2.3
(7.5)3.1 
(10.2)3.9 
(12.8)4.7
(15.4)5.9 
(19.4)...

17 GBConnecting the Projector
Setting Up and Projecting
Connecting the Projector
When you connect the projector, make sure to:
 Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
 Use the proper cables for each connection.
 Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose connections may increase noise and 
reduce performance of picture signals. When pulling out a cable, be sure to 
pull it out from the plug, not the cable itself
To connect the projector, refer to the illustrations on the next and the...

GB 18Connecting the Projector
To connect an IBM PC/AT compatible computer
On the USB function
When connecting the projector to a computer by using the USB cable for the 
first time, the computer recognizes the following devices automatically.
1USB hub (general use) (VPL-CX5 only)
2USB human interface device (wireless mouse function)
3USB human interface device (projector control function) (VPL-CX5 only)
Recommended operating environment
When you use the USB function, connect the USB cable as illustrated...

19 GBConnecting the Projector
Setting Up and Projecting
This section describes how to connect the projector to a VCR and 15k RGB/
component equipment. 
For more information, refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment you 
are connecting. 
To connect a VCR 
 
Connecting with a VCR or 15k RGB/Component Equipment
ACCESS
AUDIO VIDEOPOWER
SAVING
MENU
S VIDEO
TEMP/FAN
LAMP/COVER
INPUT APUSH
ENTERStereo audio connecting cable 
(not supplied)a)
VCR to S
video
output Left side
to audio
output Video cable...

GB 20Connecting the Projector
To connect a 15k RGB/Component equipment
  
 Set the aspect ratio using “Wide Mode” in the INPUT SETTING menu according to 
the input signal.
 When you connect the unit to 15k RGB or component video equipment, select video 
GBR or component with the “Input-A Signal Sel.” setting in the SET SETTING 
menu.
 Use the composite sync signal when you input the external sync signal from 15k 
RGB/component equipment. 
Notes
ACCESS
AUDIO VIDEOPOWER
SAVING
MENU
S VIDEO
TEMP/FAN...