Sony Vpl Es3 Projector User Manual

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Data Projector
Operating Instructions
© 2006 Sony Corporation
VPL-ES3
VPL-EX3 
						

							2WARNING
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.
WARNING
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE 
EARTHED.
IMPORTANT
The nameplate is located on the bottom.
WARNING
This unit has no power switch.
When installing the unit, incorporate a 
readily accessible disconnect device in the 
fixed wiring, or connect the power cord to 
socket-outlet which must be provided near 
the unit and easily accessible.
If a fault should occur during operation of 
the unit, operate the disconnect device to 
switch the power supply off, or disconnect 
the power cord.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly 
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent 
type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the 
manufacturer’s instructions.
For the customers in the USA
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.
All interface cables used to connect 
peripherals must be shielded in order to 
comply with the limits for a digital device 
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC 
Rules.
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.
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.
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS 
APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY.
If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power 
cord specified below.Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: VPL-ES3, VPL-EX3
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, 
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 
						

							
3WARNING
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER 
CORD.
Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin (NEMA 5-15P Configuration)
Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG  wires
Length Minimum 1.5m (4 ft .11in.), Less  than 2.5 m (8 ft .3 in.)
Rating Minimum 10A, 125V
Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V 
may require the use of a different line cord or 
attachment plug, or both.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, 
refer servicing to qualified service 
personnel.
WA R N I N G :  THIS WARNING IS 
APPLICABLE FOR OTHER 
COUNTRIES.
1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core  mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug 
with earthing-contacts that conforms to 
the safety regulations of each country if 
applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /  Appliance Connector / Plug conforming 
to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).
If you have questions on the use of the above 
Power Cord /Appliance Connector /Plug, 
please consult a qualified service personnel.
Voor de klanten in Nederland
• Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze  in als klein chemisch afval (KCA).
 Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde  batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te worden 
tijdens de levensduur van het apparaat.
 Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de  batterij toch vervangen moet worden.
De batterij mag alleen vervangen worden 
door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel.
 Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de  levensduur in voor recycling, de batterij 
zal dan op correcte wijze verwerkt 
worden. Disposal of Old Electrical & 
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in 
the European Union and other 
European countries with separate 
collection systems)
For the customers in Taiwan only
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 city office, 
your household waste disposal service or the 
shop where you purchased the product. 
						

							4Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Precautions ......................................... 5
Notes on Installation and Usage  ........ 6
Overview
Features .............................................. 8
Location and Function of Controls  .... 9
Top/Right Side/Front  .................... 9
Rear/Bottom ................................. 9
Control Panel  .............................. 10
Connector Panel  ......................... 11
Remote Commander ................... 11
Projecting the Picture
Installing the Projector  ..................... 13
Connecting the Projector  ................. 14
Connecting a Computer .............. 14
Connecting a VCR  ..................... 15
Projecting ......................................... 16
Turning Off the Power  ..................... 18
Convenient Functions
Selecting the Menu Language .......... 19
Security Lock  ................................... 20
Effective Tools for Your 
Presentation .................................. 21
Adjustments and Settings 
Using a Menu
Using a MENU  ................................ 23
The PICTURE SETTING Menu ...... 25
The INPUT SETTING Menu  .......... 26
About the Preset Memory No.  ... 27
The SET SETTING Menu  ............... 28
The MENU SETTING Menu  .......... 30The INSTALL SETTING Menu .......31
The INFORMATION Menu  .............32
Maintenance
Replacing the Lamp ..........................34
Cleaning the Air Filter ......................36
Others
Troubleshooting ................................37
Messages List ..............................39
Specifications ...................................41
Installation Diagram  .........................46
Floor Installation (Front 
Projection) ...............................46
Ceiling Installation (Front 
Projection) ...............................48
Dimensions .......................................50
Index .................................................51 
						

							5Precautions
Precautions
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.
 Be careful not to get your fingers caught in 
the adjuster.
 Do not spread a cloth or paper under the 
unit.
Illumination
 To obtain the best picture, the front of the 
screen should not be exposed to direct 
lighting or sunlight.
 Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is 
recommended. Use a cover over 
fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the 
contrast ratio.
 Cover any windows that face the screen 
with opaque draperies. 
 It is desirable to install the unit in a room 
where floor and walls are not of light-
reflecting material. If the floor and walls 
are of reflecting material, it is 
recommended that the carpet and wall 
paper be changed to a dark color.
Preventing internal heat build-up
After you turn off the power with the ?/1 
key, do not disconnect the unit from the wall 
outlet while the cooling fan is still running.
Caution
The unit 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.
Cleaning
 To keep the cabinet looking new, 
periodically clean it with a soft cloth. 
Stubborn stains may be removed with a 
cloth lightly dampened with a mild 
detergent solution. Never use strong 
solvents, such as thinner, benzene, or 
abrasive cleansers, since these will 
damage the cabinet.
 Avoid touching the lens. To remove dust 
on the lens, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use 
a damp cloth, detergent solution, or 
thinner.
 Clean the filter at regular intervals.
LCD data projector
 This LCD data projector is manufactured 
using high-precision technology. You may, 
however, see tiny black points and/or 
bright points (red, blue, or green) that 
appear continuously on the LCD data 
projector. This is a normal result of the 
manufacturing process and does not 
indicate a malfunction. 
						

							6Notes on Installation and Usage
Notes on Installation 
and Usage
Do not install the projector in the following 
situations. Installation is these situations 
or locations may cause a malfunction or 
damage to the unit.
Poorly ventilated locations
 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 
ventilation holes, the temperature sensor 
will function, and the power will be turned 
off automatically.
 Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 
7/8 
inches) around the unit.
 Be careful not to allow the ventilation 
holes to inhale tiny objects such as pieces 
of paper or clumps of dust.
Hot and humid
 Avoid installing the unit in a location 
where the temperature or humidity is very 
high, or the temperature is very low.
 To avoid moisture condensation, do not 
install the unit in a location where the 
temperature may rise rapidly.
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 a rise in 
temperature.
Near a heat or smoke sensor
Malfunction of the sensor may occur.
Unsuitable Installation 
						

							7Notes on Installation and Usage
Very dusty, extremely smoky 
locations
Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or 
extremely smoky environment. Otherwise, 
the air filter will become obstructed, and this 
may cause a malfunction of the unit or 
damage it. Dust preventing the air passing 
through the filter may cause a rise in the 
internal temperature of the unit. Clean the 
filter periodically.
Do not use the projector under the following 
conditions.
Standing the unit upright on one 
side
Avoid using the unit standing upright on its 
side. It may cause malfunction.
Tilting the unit to the right or left
Avoid tilting the unit to an angle of 15°, and 
avoid installing the unit in any way other 
than placing it on a level surface or 
suspending from the ceiling. Such an 
installation may cause color shading or 
shorten the lamp life excessively.
Blocking the ventilation holes
Avoid using a thick-piled carpet or anything 
that covers the ventilation holes (exhaust/
intake); otherwise, internal heat may build 
up.
Placing a blocking object just in 
front of the lens
Do not place any object just in front of the 
lens that may block the light during 
projection. Heat from the light may damage 
the object. Use the PIC MUTING key on the 
Remote Commander to cut off the picture.
When using the projector at an altitude of 
1,500 m or higher, turn on “High
Altitude Mode” in the INSTALL SETTING 
menu.  Failing to set this mode when using 
the projector at high altitudes could have 
adverse effects, such as reducing
the reliability of certain components.
Note on carrying the projector
The unit is manufactured using high-
precision technology. When transporting the 
unit stored in the carrying case, do not drop 
the unit or subject it to shock, as this may 
cause damage. When storing the unit in the 
carrying case, disconnect the AC power cord 
and all other connecting cables or cards, and 
store the supplied accessories in a pocket of 
the carrying case.
Note on the screen
When using a screen with an uneven surface, 
a striped pattern may rarely appear on the 
screen depending on the distance between 
the screen and the projector or the zooming 
magnification settings used. This is not a 
malfunction of the projector.
Unsuitable Conditions
Usage at High Altitude 
						

							8Features
BOverview
Features
High brightness, high picture 
quality
High brightness
Adopting Sonys unique optical system that 
provides a high-efficiency optical system. It 
allows the 165 W lamp to give a light output 
of 2000 ANSI lumen.
High picture quality 
VPL-ES3: Three super-high-aperture 0.63-
inch SVGA panels with approximately 
480,000 effective pixels, produce a 
resolution of 800 × 600 dots (horizontal/
vertical) for RGB input, and 500 horizontal 
TV lines for video input.
VPL-EX3: Three super-high-aperture 0.63-
inch XGA panels with approximately 
790,000 effective pixels, produce a 
resolution of 1024 × 768 dots (horizontal/
vertical) for RGB input, and 750 horizontal 
TV lines for video input.
Quiet presentation environment
Low fan noise reduces distraction allowing 
you to run an optimum presentation even in 
a quiet environment.
Short focal lens
The projection distance is very short, 
approximately 2.3 m (7.5 feet), when 
projecting an 80-inch image, which allows 
projection on a larger screen even in a 
limited space.
Security Functions
Security lock
This function makes it possible to prevent 
projection of a picture on the screen unless 
the required password is entered when the 
projector is turned on.
Panel key lock 
This function locks all the keys on the 
control panel of the projector, allowing use 
of the keys on the Remote Commander. This prevents the projector from operating 
incorrectly.
About Trademarks
 Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe 
Systems Incorporated.
 Windows is a registered trademark of 
Microsoft Corporation in the United States 
and/or other countries.
 VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA are 
registered trademarks of the International 
Business Machines Corporation, U.S.A.
 Kensington is a registered trademark of 
Kensington Technology Group.
 Macintosh is a registered trademark of 
Apple Computer, Inc.
 VESA is a registered trademark of the 
Video Electronics Standard Association.
 Display Data Channel is a trademark of the 
Video Electronics Standard Association. 
						

							9Location and Function of Controls
Overview
Location and 
Function of Controls
aControl panel
For details, see “Control Panel” on 
page 10.
bZoom ring
Adjusts the picture size.
cVentilation holes (intake)
dFocus ring
Adjusts the picture focus.
eSecurity lock
Connects to an optional security cable 
(from Kensington).
Web page address: 
http://www.kensington.com/
fFront remote control detector
gLens
Remove the lens cover before 
projection.
hVentilation holes (exhaust)
iAdjuster adjustment button
For details, see “Using the adjuster” on 
page 17.
jAdjuster
kConnector Panel
For details, see “Connector Panel” on 
page 11.
lSpeaker
mAdjusters (hind pad)
nLamp cover
oRear remote control detector
pAC IN socket
Connects the supplied AC power cord.
qVentilation holes (intake)/Air 
filter cover
 Do not place anything near the 
ventilation holes as this may cause 
internal heat build-up.
 Do not place your hand near the 
ventilation holes as this may cause 
injury.
 To maintain optimal performance, clean 
the air filter every 500 hours.
For details, see “Cleaning the Air 
Filter” on page 36.
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Rear/Bottom
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							10Location and Function of Controls
a?/1 (On/Standby) key
Turns on the projector when the 
projector is in standby mode. The ON/
STANDBY indicator around the ?/1 key 
flashes in green until the projector is 
ready to operate.
bON/STANDBY indicator (located 
around the 
?/1 key)
Lights up or flashes under the following 
conditions:
– Lights in red when the AC power cord 
is plugged into a wall outlet. Once the 
projector is in standby mode, you can 
turn it on with the ?/1 key.
– Lights in green when the power is 
turned on, and when it is ready to 
operate.
– Flashes in green from the projector is 
turned on until the projector is ready to 
operate. Also, flashes in green while 
the cooling fan is running after the 
power is turned off with the ?/1 key. 
The fan runs for about 90 seconds after 
the power is turned off.
For detail on the ?/1 indicator, see 
page 18.
cMENU key
Displays the on-screen menu. Press 
again to clear the menu.
dPUSH ENTER/v/V/b/B (Arrow) 
keys 
Used to enter the settings of items in the 
menu system, select a menu, or make 
various adjustments.
eINPUT key
fStatus indicators
• POWER SAVING
Lights when the projector is in power 
saving mode.
 TEMP (Temperature)/FAN
Lights or flashes under the following 
conditions:
– Lights when the temperature inside 
the projector becomes unusually 
high.
– Flashes when the fan is broken.
 LAMP/COVER
Lights or flashes under the following 
conditions:
– Lights when the lamp has reached 
the end of its life or reaches a high 
temperature.
– Flashes when the lamp cover or air 
filter cover is not secured firmly.
For details, see page 39.
Control Panel
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