Sony Vpl Cx85 Projector User Manual

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Maintenance
BMaintenance
Maintenance
Replace the lamp with a new one in the 
following case.
 When the lamp has burnt out or dims
  “Please replace the LAMP.” appears on 
the screen
 The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up
The lamp life varies depending on 
conditions of use.  
Use LMP-C190 Projector Lamp as the 
replacement lamp.
Use of any other lamps than the LMP-C190 
may cause damage of the projector.
The lamp becomes a high temperature after 
turning off the projector with the I /1 key. If 
you touch the lamp, you may scald your 
finger. When you replace the lamp, wait for 
at least an hour for the lamp to cool.
 If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified 
Sony personnel.
 Pull out the lamp by holding the handle. If 
you touch the lamp, you may be burned or 
injured.
 When removing the lamp, make sure it 
remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do 
not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp 
while tilted and if the lamp breaks, the pieces 
may scatter, causing injury.
1Turn off the projector, and disconnect 
the AC power cord from the AC 
outlet.
When replacing the lamp after using the 
projector, wait for at least an hour for the 
lamp to cool.
2Place a protective sheet (cloth) 
beneath the projector. Turn the projector over so you can see its 
underside.
Be sure that the projector is stable after 
turning it over.
3Open the lamp cover by loosening a 
screw with the Phillips screwdriver. 
For safety sake, do not loosen any other 
screws.
Replacing the Lamp
Caution
Notes
Note
Note
Note 
						

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4Loosen the two screws on the lamp 
unit with the Phillips screwdriver 
(1). Fold out the handle (2), then 
pull out the lamp unit by the handle 
(3).  
5Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place (1). Tighten the 
two screws (2).  Hold down the 
handle to replace (3). 
 Be careful not to touch the glass surface 
of the lamp. The power will not turn on if the lamp is 
not secured properly.
6Close the lamp cover and tighten a 
screw.
7Turn the projector back over.
8Connect the power cord.  
The ON/STANDBY indicator around 
the =/1 key lights in red.
9Press the following keys on the 
Remote Commander in the following 
order for less than five seconds each: 
RESET, 
						

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Maintenance
The air filter should be cleaned every 1000 
hours. 
Remove dust from the outside of the 
ventilation holes with a vacuum cleaner.
1,000 hours are approximate. This value 
varies depending on the enviromment or 
how the projector is used.
When it becomes difficult to remove the dust 
from the filter with a vacuum cleaner, 
remove the air filter and wash it.
1Turn off the power and unplug the 
power cord. 
2Place a protective sheet (cloth) 
beneath the projector and turn the 
projector over.
3Remove the air filter cover.
4Remove the air filter.
5Wash the air filter with a mild 
detergent solution and dry it in a 
shaded place.
6Attach the air filter and replace the 
cover. 
 If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust 
may accumulate, clogging it. As a result, 
the temperature may rise inside the unit, 
leading to a possible malfunction or fire.
 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 will not be turned on if it is not 
closed securely.
 The air filter has a face and a reverse side. 
Place the air filter so that it fits in a notch on 
the air filter cover.
Cleaning the Air Filter
Notes 
						

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Troubleshooting
If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem 
using the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony 
personnel.
Power
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The power is not turned on.  The power has been turned off and on with the I / 1 key at a short 
interval.
cWait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power 
(see page 25).
 The lamp cover is detached.
cClose the lamp cover securely (see page 41).
 The air filter cover is detached.
cClose the air filter cover securely (see page 43).
Both the LAMP/COVER 
and TEMP/FAN indicators 
light up. The electrical system breaks down.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
The powered tilt adjuster 
and the lens protector do 
not close. The AC power cord is unplugged with the power of the projector 
turned on.
cConnect the power cord to the AC outlet again, turn on the 
power of the projector, then turn it off.
The lens protector cannot 
open. The electrical system breaks down.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel. If it is necessary to use 
the projector in case of emergency, slide the lens protector by 
hand, and then press the I/
1 key. You can use the projector. 
						

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Maintenance
Picture
Symptom Cause and Remedy
No picture.  Cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
cCheck that the proper connections have been made 
(see page 20).
 The connections are wrong.
cThis projector is compatible with a DDC2B (Digital Data 
Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with a DDC, turn 
the projector on according to the following procedures.
1Connect the projector to the computer.
2Turn the projector on.
3Start the computer.
 Input selection is incorrect.
cSelect the input source correctly using the INPUT key 
(see page 23).
 The picture is muted.
cPress the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting (see 
page 16).
 A black screen is displayed.
cPress the B key on the presentation tool to release the black 
screen (see page 17).
 The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or 
set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a 
computer.
cSet the computer signal to output only to an external monitor
(see page 21).
The picture is noisy.  Noise may appear on the background depending on the 
combination of the numbers of dot input from the connector and 
numbers of pixel on the LCD panel.
cChange the desktop pattern on the connected computer.
The picture from INPUT A 
connector is colored 
strange. Setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the SET SETTING menu is 
incorrect.
cSelect “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly 
according to the input signal (see page 37).
“Please check Input-A 
Signal Sel.” appears in 
spite of inputting the 
correct signal from INPUT 
A. Setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the SET SETTING menu is 
incorrect.
cSelect “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly 
according to the input signal (see page 37).
On-screen display does not 
appear. “Status” in the MENU SETTING menu has been set to “Off.”
cSet “Status” in the MENU SETTING menu to “On” (see page 
38).
Color balance is incorrect.  Picture has not been adjusted properly.
cAdjust the picture (see page 33).
 Projector is set to wrong color system.
cSet “Color System” in the SET SETTING menu to match the 
color system being input (see page 37). 
						

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Sound
Remote Commander/Presentation tool
The picture is too dark.  Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly.
cAdjust the contrast or brightness in the “Adjust Picture...” menu 
properly (see page 33).
 The lamp has burnt or dims.
cReplace the lamp with a new one (see page 41).
The picture is not clear.  Picture is out of focus.
cAdjust the focus (see page 25).
 Condensation has occurred on the lens.
cLeave the projector for about two hours with the power on.
The image extends beyond 
the screen. The APA key is pressed although there are black edges around the 
image.
cDisplay the full image on the screen and press the APA key.
cAdjust “Shift” in the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see 
page 35).
The picture flickers.  “Dot Phase” in the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted 
properly.
cAdjust “Dot Phase” in the INPUT SETTING menu properly 
(see page 35).
Symptom Cause and Remedy
No sound.  Cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
cCheck that the proper connections have been made (see page 
20).
 The audio connecting cable is incorrect.
cUse a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 20).
 The sound is muted.
cPress the AUDIO MUTING key to release the audio muting (see 
page 16).
 The sound is not adjusted properly.
cAdjust the sound with the VOLUME +/– key on the Remote 
Commander or adjust “Volume” in the PICTURE SETTING 
menu (see page 33).
 “Speaker” is set to “Off.”
cSet “Speaker” in the SET SETTING menu to “On” (see page 
37).
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The Remote Commander 
does not work. The Remote Commander batteries are dead.
cReplace with a new battery (see page 17).
 The COMMAND ON/OFF switch is set to OFF.
cSet to ON.
 The PJ/NETWORK selector switch is set to NETWORK.
cSet to PJ.
The computer cannot be 
controlled with the Remote 
Commander. The USB cable is not connected.
cConnect the projector to the computer using the USB cable.
 You are operating the Air Shot.
cWhen using the Air Shot, the computer cannot be controlled 
with the Remote Commander. Symptom Cause and Remedy 
						

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Maintenance
Others
Warning Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
The computer cannot be 
controlled with the 
presentation tool. The USB cable is used.
 The Air Shot is not used.
cThe presentation tool is designed to use with the Air Shot.
Use the Remote Commander to operate the device connected via 
the USB cable.
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The LAMP/COVER 
indicator flashes. The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached.
cAttach the cover securely (see pages 42 and 43).
 The lens protector does not open due to a problem.
cSlide the lens protector by hand, and then press the I/
1 key.
The LAMP/COVER 
indicator lights up. The lamp has reached the end of its life.
cReplace the lamp (see page 41).
 The lamp becomes a high temperature.
cWait for 60 seconds to cool down the lamp and turn on the 
power again.
The TEMP/FAN indicator 
flashes. The fan is broken.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
The TEMP/FAN indicator 
lights up. The internal temperature is unusually high.
cCheck to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
 The projector is used at a high altitude.
cEnsure that “High Altitude Mode” in the INSTALL SETTING 
menu is set to “On.”
Both the LAMP/COVER 
and TEMP/FAN  indicators 
light up. The electrical system breaks down.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
The control panel keys do 
not function. The control panel keys are locked.
cUnlock the control panel keys (see page 37).
Message Meaning and Remedy
High temp.!
Probably use in high 
altitude. Switch to high 
altitude mode on? Yes V 
No v Internal temperature is too high.
cWhen using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, set 
“High Altitude Mode” in the INSTALL SETTING menu to 
“On” (see page 40).
cIf this message appears on the screen when using the projector 
at normal altitudes, check to see if anything is blocking the 
ventilation holes (exhaust).
High temp.! 
Lamp off in 1 min. Internal temperature is too high.
cTu rn  o ff th e powe r.
cCheck to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes. Symptom Cause and Remedy 
						

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Caution Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Frequency is out of range!  This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the 
acceptable range of the projector.
cInput a signal that is within the range of the frequency.
 The resolution setting of the output signal of a computer is too 
high.
cSet the setting of output to XGA (see page 20).
Please check Input-A 
Signal Sel. You have input RGB signal from the computer when “Input-A 
Signal Sel.” in the SET SETTING menu is set to “Component.”
cSet “Input-A Signal Sel.” correctly (see page 37).
Please replace the LAMP.  It is time to replace the lamp.
cReplace the lamp.
Message Meaning and Remedy
Not applicable!  You have pressed the wrong key.
cPress the appropriate key.
The panel keys are locked !  “Panel Key Lock” in the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to “On.”
cAll the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked. 
Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander 
(see page 37). Message Meaning and Remedy 
						

							49 GBSpecifications
Others
BOthers
Specifications
Optical characteristics
Projection system
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection 
system
LCD panel 0.79-inch XGA panel, about 
2,360,000 pixels (786,432 
pixels × 3)
Lens 1.2 times zoom lens (powered)
f 23.5 to 28.2 mm/F1.6 to 1.78
Lamp 190 W UHP
Projection picture size
40 to 300 inches (measured 
diagonally)
Light output ANSI lumen
1) 3000 lm
(When the Lamp Mode is set to 
“High”)
Throwing distance (When placing on the floor)
When the XGA signal is input
40-inch: 1.2 to 1.4 m
(3.9 to 4.6 feet)
60-inch: 1.8 to 2.0 m 
(5.9 to 6.6 feet)
80-inch: 2.4 to 2.7 m 
(7.9 to 8.9 feet)
100-inch: 3.0 to 3.4 m 
(9.8 to 11.2 feet)
120-inch: 3.6 to 4.1 m 
(11.8 to 13.5 feet)
150-inch: 4.5 to 5.2 m 
(14.8 to 17.1 feet)
180-inch: 5.4 to 6.2 m
(17.7 to 20.3 feet)
200-inch: 6.0 to 6.9 m
(19.7 to 22.6 feet)
250-inch: 7.5 to 8.7 m
(24.6 to 28.5 feet)
300-inch: 9.0 to 10.4 m
(29.5 to 34.1 feet)
There may be a slight difference between the 
actual value and the design value shown above.
1) ANSI lumen is a measuring method of 
American National Standard IT 7.228.
Electrical characteristics
Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/
NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/
PAL60 system, switched 
automatically/manually
(NTSC
4.43 is the color system used 
when playing back a video recorded on NTSC on a 
NTSC
4.43 system VCR.)
Resolution 750 horizontal TV lines (Video 
input)
1,024 × 768 dots (RGB input)
Acceptable computer signals
1)
fH: 19 to 92 kHz 
fV: 48 to 92 Hz
(Maximum input signal resolution: 
SXGA+ 1400 × 1050
fV: 60 Hz 
1) Set the resolution and the frequency of the 
signal of the connected computer within the 
range of acceptable preset signals of the 
projector.
Applicable video signals
15 k RGB 50/60 Hz, Progressive 
component 50/60 Hz, DTV 
(480/60I, 575/50I, 480/60P, 
575/50P, 540/60P, 720/60P, 
720/50P, 1080/60I, 1080/50I), 
Composite video, Y/C video
Speaker Monaural speaker system, 40 × 20 
mm (1 
5/8 × 13/16 inches), max. 
1 W
Input/Output
Video input VIDEO: phono type
Composite video: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 
sync negative (75 ohms 
terminated)
S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin 
type
Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 
sync negative (75 ohms 
terminated)
C (chrominance): burst 
0.286 Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC) 
(75 ohms terminated), 
burst 0.3 Vp-p ±2 dB (PAL) 
(75 ohms terminated)
AUDIO: stereo minijack
500 mVrms, impedance more 
than 47 kilohms
INPUT A HD D-sub15-pin (female)
Analog RGB/component:
R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB 
(75 ohms terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB 
sync negative 
(75 ohms terminated)
B/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
SYNC/HD: 
						

							GB 50SpecificationsComposite sync input: 1-5 Vp-p 
high impedance, positive/
negative
Horizontal sync input: 1-5 Vp-p 
high impedance, positive/
negative
VD:
Vertical sync input: 1-5 Vp-p 
high impedance, positive/
negative
AUDIO: Stereo minijack 
(Common INPUT A/B)
500 mVrms, impedance more 
than 47 kilohms
INPUT B Analog RGB: HD D-sub 15-pin 
(female)
R: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms 
terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms 
terminated)
G with sync: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB sync 
negative (75 ohms terminated)
B: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms 
terminated)
SYNC HD: Composite sync 
input: 1 - 5 Vp-p high 
impedance, positive/negative
Horizontal sync input: 1 - 5 Vp-
p high impedance, positive/
negative
VD: Vertical sync input: 1 - 5 
Vp-p high impedance, positive/
negative
USB Up (female) × 1
Wireless LAN card slot 
× 1
Memory Stick slot 
× 1 
OUTPUT MONITOR OUT: HD D-sub 15-
pin (female)
R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms
SYNC/HD, VD: 4 Vp-p (open), 
1 Vp-p (75 ohms)
AUDIO OUT (variable out): 
Stereo minijack
max. 1 Vrms, when an input 
signal is 500 mVrms, 
impedance less than 5 kilohms
REMOTE RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin
Safety regulations
UL60950, cUL (CSA No. 60950), 
FCC Class B, IC Class B,  
DEMKO (EN60950), CE 
(LVD, EMC), C-Tick
Laser
Laser type Class 2
Wavelength 640 nm - 660 nmOutput 1 mW
General
Dimensions 328 × 92.6 × 283.8 mm (13 × 
3 3/4 ×  11 1/4 inches) (w/h/d) 
(without the projection parts)
Mass Approx. 3.8 kg (8 lb 6 oz) 
Power requirements
AC 100 to 240 V, 2.8 to 1.2 A, 50/
60 Hz
Power consumption
Max. 280 W 
(in standby (standard): 7 W
in standby (low): 0.5 W)
Heat dissipation
921.3 BTU
Operating temperature
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
Operating humidity
35% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
Storage humidity
10% to 90%
Supplied accessories
Remote Commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Presentation tool (1)
Size AAA (R03) batteries (2)
HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1)
(1-791-992-21)
USB cable A type - B type (1)
(1-790-081-31)
CD-ROM (Application software 
and Operating instruction) (1)
Wireless LAN card (1)
USB wireless LAN module (1)
USB storage media (1)
Carrying case (1)
AC power cord (1)
Air filter (for replacement) (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Quick Reference Card (1)
Security Label (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change 
without notice.