Sony Vpl Es3 Projector User Manual

							31The INSTALL SETTING Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
The INSTALL SETTING Menu
The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.
INSTALL SETTINGInput-A
V Keystone:  0
Image Flip:  Off
Background: Blue
Lamp Mode:  Standard
High Altitude Mode: Off
Security Lock:  Off
Setting items Functions Initial setting
V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection 
angle using the v/V/b/B keys on the Remote Commander.
When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top 
: Sets a lower value.
When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom 
: Sets a higher value.0
Image Flip Flips the image on the screen horizontally and/or vertically.
Off: The image does not flip.
HV: Flips the image horizontally and vertically.
H: Flips the image horizontally.
V: Flips the image vertically.Off
Background Selects the background color of the screen when no signal 
is input to the projector.  Select “Black” or “Blue.”
Normally, set to “Blue.”
This setting becomes effective when the menu is cleared 
after setting of the background color.Blue
Lamp Mode Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection.
High: Illuminates the projected image brightly.
Standard: Reduces fan noise and power consumption.  
The brightness of the projected image will be lower 
compared with the “High” setting.Standard
High Altitude 
ModeSet to “On” when the projector is used at an altitude of 
1,500 m or higher.Off
Security Lock Turns on the projector’s security lock function.
When set to “On,” turns on the security lock function, 
which locks the projector once a password has been set. 
For details, see “Security Lock” on page 20.Off 
						

							32The INFORMATION Menu
The INFORMATION Menu
The INFORMATION menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical 
frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp.
These are only displayed on the screen. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be 
altered.
fH: 48,47kHzfV: 60,00Hz
 No.23
 1024x768
Lamp Timer:  2     H VPL-ES3 Serial No. 3333333
INFORMATIONInput A
Memory number of an input signal
Signal type Model name
Serial number
Setting items Functions
fH Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.
The displayed value is approximate.
fV Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal.
The displayed value is approximate.
Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on.
Note 
						

							33The INFORMATION Menu
Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu
Input signals and adjustable/setting items
Adjust Picture... menu
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
*1: Preset memory No. 3, 4 only
INPUT SETTING menu
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
*1: Expect preset memory No. 3, 4*2: Expect preset memory No. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Item Input signal
Video or S-Video 
(Y/C)Component Video GBR Computer B&W
Picture Mode
zzzzz
Adjust Picture...
Contrast
zzzzz
Brightnesszzzzz
Colorzzz––
Huez(NTSC 3.58/4.43 
only)––––
Sharpnesszzz–z
Gamma Mode––z*1z–
Color Temp.zzzzz
Vo l u m ezzzzz
Item Input signal
Video or S-Video 
(Y/C)Component Video GBR Computer B&W
Adjust Signal...
Dot Phase
–––z–
H Size–––z–
Shift–z*1z*1z–
Scan Converter–––z(Lower than 
VGA for VPL-
ES3
Lower than 
SVGA for 
VPL-EX3) –
Wide Modezz*2z*2–z 
						

							34Replacing the Lamp
BMaintenance
Replacing the Lamp
The lamp used as a light source is 
consumable product. Thus replace the lamp 
with a new one in the following cases.
 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 an LMP-C162 Projector Lamp as the 
replacement lamp.
Use of any other lamps than the LMP-C162 
may cause damage to the projector.
The lamp remains hot after the projector is 
turned off with the ?/1 key. If you touch the 
lamp, you may burn 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 
personal.
 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 it is 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 the 
screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
For safety reasons, do not loosen any other 
screws.
4Loosen the two screws on the lamp 
unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a). 
Fold out the handle (b), then pull out 
the lamp unit by the handle (c).
 
Caution
Notes
Note
Note
Note
Handle 
						

							35Replacing the Lamp
Maintenance
5Insert the new lamp all the way in until 
it is securely in place (a). Tighten the 
two screws (b).  Fold down the 
handle to replace it (c).
 
 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 the 
screw.
Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely 
as it was. If not, the projector cannot be 
turned on.
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, b, B, ENTER.
Do not put your hands into the lamp 
replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid or 
other objects into the slot to avoid electrical 
shock or fire.
Disposal of the used lamp
For the customers in the USA
This product contains mercury. Disposal of 
this product may be regulated if sold in the 
United States. For disposal or recycling 
information, please contact your local 
authorities or the Electronics Industries 
Alliance (http://www.eiae.org).
Notes
Note
Caution 
						

							36Cleaning the Air Filter
Cleaning the Air 
Filter
The air filter should be cleaned every 500 
hours. 
Remove dust from the outside of the 
ventilation holes with a vacuum cleaner.
500 hours are approximate. This value varies 
depending on the environment 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 the power off and unplug the 
power cord. 
2Place a protective sheet (cloth) 
beneath the projector and turn the 
projector over.
Be sure that the projector is stable after 
turning it 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 so that it fits into 
the each claws (14 positions) on the air 
filter cover 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.
 Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly; 
the power can 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.
 To erase a message, press any key on the 
control panel of the projector or on the 
remote commander.
NoteNotes
Claws 
						

							37Troubleshooting
Others
BOthers
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
Picture
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The power is not turned on.  The power has been turned off and on with the ?/1 key at a short 
interval.
cWait for about 45 seconds before turning on the power 
(see page 18).
 The lamp cover is not secured.
cClose the lamp cover securely (see page 35).
 The air filter cover is detached.
cAttach the air filter cover securely (see page 36).
Both the LAMP/COVER 
and TEMP/FAN indicators 
light up.The electrical system has broken down.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
Symptom Cause and Remedy
No picture.  A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
cCheck that the proper connections have been made (see 
page 14).
 The connections are wrong.
cThis projector is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data 
Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with 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 17).
 The picture is muted.
cPress the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting (see 
page 12).
The picture is noisy. Noise may appear on the background depending on the combination 
of the number of dots input from the computer and the numbers of 
pixels on the LCD panel.
cChange the desktop pattern on the connected computer.
The picture from the 
INPUT A connector is 
colored strangely.The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” on the SET SETTING menu is 
incorrect.
cSelects “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly according to the 
input signal (see page 28).
On-screen display does not 
appear.“Status” on the MENU SETTING menu has been set to “Off.”
cSet “Status” on the MENU SETTING menu to “On” (see 
page 30). 
						

							38Troubleshooting
Sound
Remote Commander
Color balance is incorrect.  The picture has not been adjusted properly.
cAdjust the picture (see page 25).
 The projector is set to the wrong color system.
cSet “Color System” on the SET SETTING menu to match the 
color system being input (see page 28).
The picture is too dark.  Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly.
cAdjust the contrast or brightness on the “Adjust Picture...” menu 
properly (see page 25).
 The lamp has burnt out or is dim.
cReplace the lamp with a new one (see page 34).
The picture is not clear.  The picture is out of focus.
cAdjust the focus (see page 18).
 Condensation has accumulated on the lens.
cLeave the projector for about two hours with the power on.
The image extends beyond 
the screen. The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges 
around the image.
cDisplay the full image on the screen and press the APA key.
cAdjust “Shift” on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see 
page 27).
 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 the computer is too 
high.
cSet the output setting to SVGA (VPL-ES3) or XGA (VPL-EX3) 
(see page 14).
The picture flickers. “Dot Phase” on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted 
properly.
cAdjust “Dot Phase” on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see 
page 26).
Symptom Cause and Remedy
No sound.  A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.
cCheck that the proper connections have been made (see 
page 14).
 The audio connecting cable used is incorrect.
cUse a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 14).
 The sound is not adjusted properly.
cAdjust the sound with the VOLUME +/– key on the Remote 
Commander or adjust “Volume” on the PICTURE SETTING 
menu (see page 25).
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The Remote Commander 
does not work.The Remote Commander battery are dead.
cReplace them with new battery (see page 12). Symptom Cause and Remedy 
						

							39Troubleshooting
Others
Others
Indicators
Warning Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Symptom Cause and Remedy
The control panel keys do 
not function.The control panel keys are locked.
cUnlock the control panel keys (see page 29).
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 35 and 36).
 The electrical system may have broken down.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
The LAMP/COVER 
indicator lights up. The lamp has reached the end of its life.
cReplace the lamp (see page 34).
 The lamp has reached a high temperature.
cWait for 45 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power 
again.
 If the LAMP/COVER indicator still lights even after you have 
replaced the lamp, the electrical system may break down.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
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 that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
 The projector is being used at a high altitude.
cEnsure that “High Altitude Mode” on the INSTALL SETTING 
menu is set to “On.”
Both the LAMP/COVER 
and TEMP/FAN  indicators 
light up.The electrical system has broken down.
cConsult with qualified Sony personnel.
Messages List
Message Meaning and Remedy
Please replace the Lamp.  It is time to replace the lamp.
cReplace the lamp.
 When this message appears even after replacing the lamp, the task 
has not been completed.
cPerform the operation of steps 8 and 9 on page 35.
cTo erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the 
projector or on the remote commander.
Please clean the filter. It is time to clean the filter.
cClean the filter (see page 36).
cTo erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the 
projector or on the remote commander. 
						

							40Troubleshooting
Caution Messages
Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.
Message Meaning and Remedy
Not applicable! You have pressed the wrong key.
cPress the appropriate key.
The panel keys are locked! “Panel Key Lock” on the SET 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 29).